Assault on Law Enforcement Officer in Virginia
A Battery in Virginia is an intentional, unwanted touching of another person. Assault is threatening to commit an imminent battery. Attempting or threatening an unwanted touching of a law enforcement officer in Virginia will be charged as Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer in Virginia under Va. Code §18.2-57(C) .
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An Assault on Law Enforcement Officer in Virginia Charge is a Felony
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Proof of Assault on Law Enforcement Officer Charge in Virginia
To convict an offender of a charge of Assault on Law Enforcement Officer in Virginia, the Commonwealth must prove that the offender:
- assaulted
- someone he knew or should have known
- was a law enforcement officer
- engaged in his public duties
Penalties for Assault on Law Enforcement Officer in Virginia
A charge of Assault on Law Enforcement Officer in Virginia is a Class 6 felony. It is punished with a mandatory minimum sentence of 6 months in jail up to 5 years in prison and a fine up to $2,500.
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