Getting into a brawl at a bar in Scottsdale may seem like a common enough occurrence, but it could lead to serious criminal consequences for those involved. Regardless of the reason for the fight, you could face charges for assaulting someone or causing bodily injuries. The criminal charges that you may face include:
Disorderly conduct (A.R.S. 13-2904): engaging in fighting, violence or seriously disruptive behavior; using abusive or offensive language or gestures in a manner likely to provoke immediate physical retaliation by another person; or recklessly handling or discharging a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument with intent to disturb the peace or quiet of another person.
Assault (A.R.S. 13-1203): intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing any physical injury to another person; placing another person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical harm; or touching another person with intent to injure, insult or provoke the person.
Aggravated assault (A.R.S. 13-1204): committing the crime of assault and causing serious physical injury to the victim; while using a deadly weapon or instrument; by any means of force that cause temporary but substantial disfigurement, impairment of a body organ or broken bone; while the victim is physically restrained; or if the victim is under the age of 15.
Even a simple fistfight at a bar in Scottsdale could lead to the police being called and you being placed under arrest for one or multiple crimes. If your actions result in serious physical injuries that lead to a victim’s death, you could face more significant criminal charges, such as manslaughter. If you’ve been arrested for any crime connected to a bar fight, contact a Scottsdale assault defense lawyer right away.