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.

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Answered on 6/30/12, 6:14 am


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