What is considered an assault in Washington?An assault can occur a number of different ways in Washington, either by intentional harming another person, attempting to cause harm to another person, or by putting another in fear of harm.
An assault can be charged as either a felony or a gross misdemeanor depending on its severity. First, Second and Third Degree Assault are felonies, while Assault Fourth Degree is a gross misdemeanor. If charged as a gross misdemeanor, it carries a maximum possible penalty of 365 days in jail and a $5000 fine. It may also be charged as a Domestic Violence offense. The varying degrees of Assault are as follows in the Revised Code of Washington. |
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What can I do?
If you have been charged with a domestic violence offense, you want to contact an attorney with the experience to make sure that your rights are protected and your side of the story gets told. Send Chris an email today, or call (425) 405 0016 to schedule your free consultation. He will sit down with you and explain what your options are, how to fight the domestic violence charges against you, and what you can do to improve your situation right now.