Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

It depends on what you're charged with.

Simple battery carries up ton6 months in jail.

Aggravated assault carries up to 4 years in state prison.

Plus there are other sections for other levies of assault. If serious injury was inflicted, it can add time. If the victim was elderly, it can add time. Etc.

When charged with a felony, you potentially face one or more years in prison if convicted --- on each count; on a misdemeanor, you potentially face up to 6-12 months in jail -- on each count. Multiple counts and charges just make your situation worse, of course. If you have priors, they are penalty �enhancements� under the 3 Strikes rules. If this constitutes a probation or parole violation, factor those new and old charge[s] in as well.

Plus, he can sue you.