Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts
Assault & Battery Charge
I was charged with assault & battery.. first time..what is the penalty if found guilty... I was not arrested but sent a summons.. it was a fist fight between me and a kid that do not get along..he had minor injuries, i.e., bloody nose, broken blood vessel ..that's it. DA is saying they can put me away for 10 years plus a fine of $5,000..is that possible the first time around?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Assault & Battery Charge
The penalty for simple assault and battery is anywhere from a fine(not more than $1,000.00)to probation to incarceration for up to 2 1/2 years. It all depends on your criminal record and the circumstances surrounding the incident. You may also have affirmatvie defenses. I suggest you contact a lawyer and not speak with the DA.
Related Questions & Answers
-
Ex parte order Can an ex parte order have permanent probative value? Asked 1/25/08, 1:21 pm in United States Massachusetts Criminal Law
-
Car Vandalization My girlfriend ''m'' and my brothers girlfriend ''t'' are both... Asked 1/23/08, 10:28 pm in United States Massachusetts Criminal Law
-
Penilties assault and battery on two officers and resisting arrest Asked 1/23/08, 5:03 pm in United States Massachusetts Criminal Law
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
