Legal Question in Criminal Law in Connecticut

Re: Assualt & Threatening Charges

You most likely will be charged with assault in the second degree (Statute No. 53a-60). This is a Class D Felony and carries a minimum prison term of 1 year and maximum of 5 years. Part or all of the prison term may be suspended, meaning you will be on probation and will not have to spend time in jail for the suspended sentence unless you violate the terms of your probation.

There is a chance you may be charged with Assault in the First Degree, if the injuries result in permanent disability (Statute No. 53a-59). This is a Class B felony. The maximum sentence is 20 years. The minimum sentence is 1 year. All or part of this sentence may also be suspended.

The court most likely will require that you pay any medical bills not covered by insurance. There may also be fines.

With these kinds of injuries, the prosecutor and judge are likely to be very harsh.

Whatever you can do immediately to show that you are sorry will help you. You should consider sending your friend an apology, paying for some of his bills, enrolling in anger management counseling.

Yes, you can be sued. Homeowner's or renter's insurance may possibly cover the claim. Whether insurance covers it will depend on whether the injuries were caused intentionally or negligently.

You should not discuss your situation with anyone except an attorney.

I have to let you know that answering your question does not mean we have an attorney-client relationship. Until you hire me as your lawyer, I am only giving you general information, not advice specific to your case.

John Serrano, Esquire

www.SerranoLawyers.com