ASSAULT in MARYLAND
Assault is a serious matter that is treated seriously in Maryland. If convicted of this crime the defendant can be sentenced to substantial imprisonment.
Assault is defined in Maryland as the attempted touching of another person, without that person's consent, and includes the act of placing someone in fear of an intentional touching Battery is the unlawful and offensive touching of another person without that person's consent. In Maryland law, an "assault" includes the crimes of assault, battery, and assault & battery.
MARYLAND ASSAULT PENALTIES AND SENTENCING GUIDELINES
Charge: Penalty:
Assault - 1st Degree - Maximum of 25 years imprisonment
2nd Degree Assault - Maximum of 10 years; Fine of $250
Reckless Endangerment - Maximum of 5 years
Assault on Law Enforcement Officer - Maximum of 10 years
Assault (Attempted Poisoning) - Maximum of 10 years (Minimum of 2 years)
Assault (Poisoning by water/food - Maximum of 20 years.
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