Assault

Assault is a violent crime which involves the threat or attempt of violence or causing harm to another person, with the apparent or actual ability of carrying it out. While assault charges do not involve the actual striking, hitting or touching of another person, they do involve the attempt or threat of causing bodily injury. When assault charges involve the use of a deadly weapon, the defendant is likely to face additional penalties, a longer prison sentence, and higher fines.

Assault may be charged as simple assault or aggravated assault, depending upon the circumstances. This crime may count as a strike in many states, under the Three Strikes Law of the particular state. This can result in enhanced penalties for future convictions.

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