Full question:
My landlord knocked on my door. When i opened the door he bagan yelling at me, then forcably entered my residence and assaulted me, What charges can be filed against him?
- Category: Criminal
- Subcategory: Assault
- Date:
- State: Tennessee
Answer:
Assault involves intentionally threatening or attempting to inflict harm on someone, which creates a reasonable fear of injury or offensive contact. Importantly, actual physical harm isn't necessary for an assault to occur. Assault can lead to both criminal and civil consequences. A criminal assault may result in fines, imprisonment, or both. In civil cases, the victim can seek monetary damages.
For your situation, your landlord's actions could lead to criminal charges for assault, which can be classified as either a felony or a misdemeanor, depending on the severity. Aggravated assault, which is more serious, is a felony in all jurisdictions. This type of assault involves intent to commit a further crime or is particularly egregious.
In addition to criminal charges, you may pursue civil damages for any injuries you sustained. If a judge or jury determines that an assault occurred, you can seek compensation for your losses.
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