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Timestamp: 2019-04-25 06:40:46+00:00

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Washington DC assault lawyers are familiar with the seriousness of assault charges in the area. While Washington DC rests just a few miles from states like Virginia and Maryland, the differences in penalties for assault crimes are different in DC than in these other states. For example, Washington DC Criminal Code DC § 22-407 specifically includes threats to do bodily harm with assault charges in the district. Those convicted of this charge could face up to a $1,000 fine and six months imprisonment. On the other end of the spectrum is aggravated assault, the most serious assault charge in Washington DC. Should you be convicted of aggravated assault, you could face up to ten years in prison and a fine of $25,000.
Most adults who go to court for assault charges in Washington DC will appear in one of two courts, the U.S. District Court (Federal Crimes) or the Superior Court (District Crimes). You can be arrested by a federal agent or the Metropolitan Police Department, which could have an impact on your upcoming case. Juveniles, on the other hand, are typically tried in Family Court. A qualified Washington DC assault attorney will help you understand the nature of your charge, as the intent and actual carrying out of the alleged assault can have a dramatic impact on your sentencing.
Subtitle 1, Chapter 4 under Title 22 of the Washington DC Criminal code deals with all crimes labeled assault, mayhem, or threats, as well as assaults with the intent to kill, rob, poison, commit first degree sexual abuse, second degree sexual abuse, or child sexual abuse. Under DC § 22-401, for example, assault with the intent to kill or commit sexual abuse is subject to a potential two- to fifteen-year imprisonment. This is one of the many examples of local law that makes it important for a good Washington DC assault lawyer to understand the different penalties possible based on the nature and intent of an alleged assault.
Unlawful assault or menacing threats: fine not to exceed $1,000, imprisonment no more than 180 days.
Reckless, knowing, or intentional significant bodily harm: fine not to exceed $12,500, imprisonment no more than three years.
Washington DC assault lawyers can help you determine whether your alleged assault caused significant bodily harm, which the district defines as an injury that requires emergency medical attention or hospitalization. It is also possible to plea down from significant bodily harm-related charges in order to avoid lengthy prison sentences.
§ 22-401: Assault (intent to poison, rob, kill; sexual abuse, child sexual abuse) – sentence no less than two-year imprisonment and not more than 15 years.
§ 22-402: Assault (intent to commit mayhem; with dangerous weapon) – sentence can include up to 10-year imprisonment.
§ 22-403: Assault (intent to commit another offense) – possible imprisonment no more than five years.
Mayhem and assault in the form of malicious disfigurement is also covered under Washington DC Criminal Code, but is less common in Washington DC assault cases. Those convicted of mayhem or malicious disfigurement may face imprisonment for no more than ten years.
Washington DC also enforces this law against assaults (including resisting arrest) that occur against a law enforcement officer when the accused believes that the arrest is unlawful, provided that the accused believes that the arresting officer is indeed a law enforcement agent. Those convicted of assault, resisting arrest, or intimidation against a law enforcement officer may face a fine not to exceed $1,000, and up to 180 days imprisonment. Should the assault cause significant bodily harm, the sentence can be increased to up to a ten-year imprisonment and a $25,000 fine.
Aggravated assault is the most serious assault charge possible in Washington DC, with hefty potential penalties depending on the crime. Attempted aggravated assault carries a possible $12,500 fine and five-year prison sentence. Successful aggravated assault doubles the penalty to a potential $25,000 fine and ten-year imprisonment. Washington DC assault lawyers generally understand aggravated assault to be knowing or purposeful bodily injury to another person. Aggravated assault can also be defined as engaging in conduct that creates a risk for such injury, and indeed causes a serious injury. This sentences are included in Washington DC Criminal Code § 22-404.01.
Threatening another person with bodily harm in Washington DC is a crime under § 22-407. Those convicted of threatening assault in the District of Columbia can face up to six months in prison and a $1,000 fine. Once convicted, you can also be required to pay a bond for up to one year. Your Washington DC assault attorney can help you fight misdemeanor charges like threats to do bodily harm.

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