Legal Question in Criminal Law in Louisiana
If someone is charged with a simple battery charge, misdemeanor/municipal charge can the charge be changed to a felony/state charge?
Asked on 6/30/12, 5:40 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew Casanave
Andrew M. Casanave
The facts of the case can make it a felony. If the battery caused serious injury it can be Second Degree Battery. If a weapon was used it can be Aggravated Battery.
Answered on 6/30/12, 6:14 am
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