Full question:
What is the legal defention of simple assault? And if a person runs another person over intentionally with his or her moter vechilce what laws would that person be braking
- Category: Courts
- Subcategory: Legal Definitions
- Date:
- State: Pennsylvania
Answer:
In Pennsylvania, simple assault is defined under 18 Pa.C.S.A. § 2701. A person is guilty of simple assault if they:
- Attempt to cause or intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly cause bodily injury to another person;
- Negligently cause bodily injury to another using a deadly weapon;
- Attempt to put another person in fear of imminent serious bodily injury through physical menace;
- Conceal a hypodermic needle and intentionally penetrate a law enforcement officer during an arrest or search.
Simple assault is typically a second-degree misdemeanor. However, it becomes a third-degree misdemeanor if it occurs in a mutual fight or a first-degree misdemeanor if the victim is a child under 12 years of age and the offender is an adult 21 years or older.
If a person intentionally runs another person over with a motor vehicle, they could be violating several laws, including those related to aggravated assault or attempted homicide, depending on the circumstances and intent.
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