Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

Re: simple assault/harassment

With a broken jaw the proper charge is aggravated assault. It seems though that the police were going to file it as a harassment so that it wouldn't even rise to the level of a misdemeanor. They may go along with simple assault.

Assuming there are no defenses, it sounds to me as if a plea to simple assault would be a pretty good idea without talking to the police or the Asst. District Attorney or knowing the facts.

You should always hire an Attorney who practices criminal law in your own area to handle a matter like this.

Re: simple assault/harassment

You can expect assault, ag assault, depends on the injuries. You should call us to discuss.

Re: simple assault/harassment

depends...did your son use any type of weapon (anything other then his hands)? if so, he can face aggravated assault. he may still face those charges even if he used his bare hands if the facts can prove that he had the "intent to cause serious bodily injury." Call me if you want to discuss some more!

Re: simple assault/harassment

depends...did your son use any type of weapon (anything other then his hands)? if so, he can face aggravated assault. he may still face those charges even if he used his bare hands if the facts can prove that he had the "intent to cause serious bodily injury." Call me if you want to discuss some more!