Assault Defense in Connecticut
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Connecticut classifies assault according to degree, depending upon:
- The intent of the accused
- The seriousness of the risks created by the accused
First- and second-degree assault crimes are classified as felonies, while assault in the third degree is considered a misdemeanor.
First-Degree Assault
First-degree assault is considered the most serious type of assault and is:
- Classified as a class B felony
- Punishable by up to a $15,000 fine and 20 years in prison
- Involves injury caused by a gun or other weapon, intent to cause serious bodily harm, and aggressive behavior that may result in death, serious harm, or disfigurement
Second-degree Assault
Second-degree assault is a class D felony and less serious than first-degree assault. It carries penalties including a fine of up to $5,000 and a one- to five-year prison sentence, and involves:
- Intent to cause serious harm
- The use of a deadly weapon (other than a firearm) to harm someone
- The act of drugging someone
Third-degree Assault
The least serious assault charge of the three, third-degree assault is classified as a class A misdemeanor, and carries penalties of up to $2,000 in fines and up to one year in prison. It is characterized by:
- Causing bodily harm with the intent to hurt someone
- Causing serious injury to someone
- Causing injury with a weapon (not a mandatory requirement)
If you are facing assault charges in Connecticut, you should consider retaining an experienced criminal defense attorney, who will evaluate the strength of the case against you and help develop any defenses that might apply to your case. A lawyer who is skilled in the negotiation process may be able to make a deal that will result in:
- Reduced prison time
- No prison time at all
- Probation
- Potentially lower fines
Contact a Stamford Assault Defense Law Firm Today
Are you facing assault charges in Westport, Redding, or Wilton, Connecticut and looking for a strong defense? Criminal defense attorney Mark Kratter has been practicing criminal defense law in Connecticut for more than 20 years. Contact our firm online or call 203-678-8135 to schedule your free initial consultation today.
