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What happens if I get convicted of assault?

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If you are charged and convicted summarily with simple assault, the maximum penalty is six months in jail. On the other end of the scale, if you are charged and convicted by indictment of aggravated assault, you could spend up to 14 years in jail.

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  • About
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    • Criminal Law
      • Assault
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