Assault
K.S.A. 21-5412 — putting someone in reasonable fear of immediate bodily harm, class C; with a deadly weapon, severity level 7
Assault is knowingly placing another person in reasonable apprehension of immediate bodily harm. No touching is needed.
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| Charge | What makes it | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| ChargeAssault | What makes itReasonable apprehension of immediate bodily harm | GradeClass C person misdemeanor |
| ChargeAggravated assault | What makes itAn assault with a deadly weapon, in a disguise, or meaning to commit a felony | GradeSeverity level 7, person felony |
| ChargeAssault of a law enforcement officer | What makes itAgainst a uniformed or identified officer on duty | GradeClass A person misdemeanor |
| ChargeAggravated assault of a law enforcement officer | What makes itThat assault with a deadly weapon, in a disguise, or meaning to commit a felony | GradeSeverity level 6, person felony |
Sources for this section (1)
- K.S.A. 21-5412 — Assault; aggravated assault; assault of a law enforcement officer; aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer
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