Kentucky Criminal Defense Attorney’s Guide to Assault: Legal Strategies, Compensation, and Practical Advice
Understanding Assault Charges in Kentucky 🔍 Definition of Assault In Kentucky, assault charges vary in severity, ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. Assault generally involves causing physical injury to another person intentionally, recklessly, or through extreme negligence. ⚖️ Degrees of Assault - First-Degree Assault (KRS 508.010) – A Class B felony involving serious physical injury with a deadly weapon or under extreme indifference to human life. - Second-Degree Assault (KRS 508.020) – A Class C felony, requiring intentional or wanton conduct leading to serious physical injury. - Third-Degree Assault (KRS 508.025) – A Class D felony usually involving law enforcement or public officials. - Fourth-Degree Assault (KRS 508.030) – A misdemeanor where intentional or reckless conduct causes minor injuries. Potential Legal Consequences ⛓️ Possible Penalties for Convictions - First-degree: 10-20 years in prison - Second-degree: 5-10 years in prison - Third-degree: 1...