does broken nose in fight is considered felony battery
Class I Felony Battery. This battery charge is considered more serious than a misdemeanor charge because of the results of the battery. Class I Felony battery charges apply when the assault causes âsubstantial bodily harmâ to another. Substantial bodily harm is defined as any injury that requires staples, stitches, a loss of consciousness, concussion, the loss of a tooth, a broken bone, or a broken nose. If conviction of Class I Felony Battery, you could face up to 3 Â½ years in prison and $10,000 in fines.