Assault Charge in NC
Simple Assault is a Class 2 misdemeanor and is defined by common law (not statute). Assault Inflicting Serious Injury is a Class A1 misdemeanor. Assault on a female in NC is also a Class A1 misdemeanor.
North Carolina recognizes 2 forms of assault:
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Defenses and options to Assault charge in NC
1. Complete the New Options for Violent Actions class (NOVA) in exchange for a dismissal. (Sometimes offered in Mecklenburg County)
2. Community Service in exchange for a dismissal.
3. Asserting Self-Defense as a complete defense.
4. A plea deal to a lesser charge or a Prayer for Judgment Continued. (PJC).
5. A motion to expunge any criminal charges.
2. Community Service in exchange for a dismissal.
3. Asserting Self-Defense as a complete defense.
4. A plea deal to a lesser charge or a Prayer for Judgment Continued. (PJC).
5. A motion to expunge any criminal charges.