California Penal Code 240 – Assault
Under California Penal Code 240, an assault is an unlawful attempt, coupled with a present ability, to commit a violent injury on the person of another.
What this means is that an assault can be committed when a person performs an act that is likely to result in a physical injury to another person. No actual injury is required for you to be convicted of this crime. However, if an actual injury has occurred, you could also be charged with battery under California Penal Code 243. This is why the term “assault & battery” is commonly heard.
The punishment for assault varies depending on the circumstances. The penalty can increase depending on whom the assault is committed on and where it is committed. The penalty will also increase if a weapon is used.
Call the Law Offices of Nam Q. Doan if you are charged with assault. I am a Southern California Assault Attorney who is ready to defend your rights. I take pride in getting my clients results. I will fight to get you the best possible result. Call OC Legal Defense today at (714) 248-DOAN (3626). For more information, visit www.OCLegalDefense.com.