Articles tagged: Assault
<< previous page 1 next page>> written by David Berry In this article you will learn about what a felony is, the types of crimes considered a felony, as well as the repercussions that come with committing a felony. written by David Berry In this article you will learn about what a misdemeanor is, the types of crimes considered a misdemeanor, as well as the repercussions that come with committing a misdemeanor. written by Rahul Rungta Driving while intoxicated is a serious criminal offense, and stern punishment is often enforced. When charged with a DWI or related charge, hire an aggressive and experienced DWI attorney. written by Kevn Smith Milk is a recent movie starring Sean Penn as the legendary activist Harvey Milk, he was the first politician who was openly gay. He was elected to public office in California, as a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. He had a very short career in politics. On November 27, 1978, Harvey Milk and Mayor George Moscone were assassinated by Dan White, another city supervisor who had recently resigned and wanted his job back. written by Gary Susak Although assault and battery are often paired together as one offense, these terms have two different legal meanings. This article discusses the difference between the two.
written by Gary Susak Although assault and battery are often paired together as one offense, these terms have two different legal meanings. This article discusses the difference between the two. written by Wally Singer In the event of a loved one’s wrongful death, family members and other survivors may not know where to turn. The answers to these frequently asked questions can help guide victims who feel they may have a wrongful death claim. written by Rahul Rungta The family law system has many foibles. Often the application of the law falls heaviest on fathers. Review this article regarding the family law issues facing fathers. written by Bethany Coolen The most special gift a person can receive is a child. There is nothing quite like having a small version of yourself around. I discovered this right after my daughter was born. I couldn't believe how much she looked like me. written by Kelly Thacker If your child gets into a fight at school, is it assault? Information provided by Salt Lake City Court Reporters at Thacker + Co. written by Jake Truman It happened back in November in the Philippines. A woman, called by the pseudonym “Nicole,” was allegedly raped by four U.S. Marines. It is alleged that Smith raped Nicole while the other three U.S. Marines watched and cheered. written by Darren Kavinoky There are many means of assault with a deadly weapon other than firearms, which are generally defined as those weapons capable of producing great bodily injury. For example, stun guns, knives, bat, hammer, machetes, cars, motorcycles, and any other weapon capable of producing great bodily injury. Where someone has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon, the weapon will be confiscated and destroyed, pursuant to California Penal Code Section 245 (e). written by Darren Kavinoky Assault with a firearm is governed by California Penal Code Section 245. Assault with a firearm is an aggravated assault in which the defendant, with a firearm, threatens a person with death or serious bodily injury. An aggravated assault is an assault accompanied by circumstances that make it more severe, namely the use of a firearm, or the intent to commit another crime, or the intent to cause serious bodily harm. written by Darren Kavinoky Where a crime is committed against a police officer or firefighter, the punishments are usually increased. The requirement is that the assault on the police officer, otherwise known as peace officers, or firefighter must be performed while someone in that category is performing in the scope of their duties, and the person committing the assault must know that the person is in these categories and are performing their duties. written by Darren Kavinoky The California Penal Code, Section 240, defines assault as “an unlawful attempt, coupled with a present ability, to commit a violent injury on the person of another.” Assault is either the threat or attempt to strike another, whether successful or not, where the target is aware of the danger. << previous page 1 next page>> |