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Timestamp: 2019-04-19 08:19:50+00:00

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Misdemeanor Assault | Phoenix DUI Attorneys - Theodore A Agnick P.C.
What Is Misdemeanor Assault in Violation of A.R.S. §13-1203?
Misdemeanor Assault is a simple assault. There are three versions of misdemeanor assault in Phoenix or Arizona. The most common is in violation of A.R.S. §13-1203(A)(1): intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing any physical injury to another person. This is a basic assault typically resulting from fights, such as fights at bars, clubs or Domestic Violence. All that is required is causing injury to another person in a manner that is not a negligent accident. This type of an assault is a class 1 misdemeanor.
The second type of misdemeanor assault does not require physical contact. Rather it requires “intentionally placing another person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury,” which is a violation of A.R.S. §13-1203(A)(2). This is basically threatening a person in a manner that would cause any reasonable person apprehension of physical injury. This type of assault is a class 2 misdemeanor.
The third type of misdemeanor is defined by A.R.S. §13-1203(A)(3): Knowingly touching another person with the intent to injure, insult or provoke such person. This is assault does not require an injury. All that is required is (1) physical contact with (2) intent to injure, insult or provoke. This type of an assault is a class 3 misdemeanor.
What are the Penalties for Violating A.R.S. §13-1203, Misdemeanor Assault or Simple Assault?
The penalty for misdemeanor assault causing physical injury in violation of A.R.S. §13-1203(A)(1) are the same for any Class 1 Misdemeanor. The penalties for a Class 1 Misdemeanor are up to six months in jail and/or a fine of up to $2,500. A.R.S.§§ 13-707, 13-802.
The penalty for the misdemeanor assault of placing a person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury, in violation of A.R.S. §13-1203(A)(2) are the same for any Class 2 Misdemeanor. The penalties for a Class 2 Misdemeanor are up to up to four months in jail and/or a fine of up to $750. A.R.S.§§ 13-707, 13-802.
The penalty for the misdemeanor assault of knowingly touching another person with the intent to injure, insult or provoke such person, in violation of A.R.S. §13-1203(A)(3) are the same for any Class 3 Misdemeanor. The penalties for a Class 3 Misdemeanor are up to 30 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $500. A.R.S.§§ 13-707, 13-802.
For more details on misdemeanor penalties or consequences see the link titled Misdemeanor Penalties and Consequences in Arizona.
How to defend yourself against Misdemeanor Assault or Simple Assault charges in violation of A.R.S. §13-1203?
Other defenses for assault charges deal with proof issues. This means accessing whether the Prosecution will be able to prove their assault case. This defense against assault charges include lack of physical evidence and or witnesses. Again, these issues are complicated and deal with understanding the rules of evidence as well as criminal procedure. Therefore you should consult an attorney to see if they are applicable in defending assault charges against you.

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