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The maximum sentence for indecent assault (sexual assault) is 20 years. This means that the sentence is at the digression of the judge, but by federal law it is not allowed to exceed 20 years.
up to 30 days in jail.
A misdemeanor offense, carries a maximum sentence of NOT MORE than one year in jail.
You can offer to cop a plea to a lesser assault charge (misdemeanor) and see what the prosecutor says. If he accepts you would get less than a year in jail.
The sentencing for an adult first offense assault and battery charge can vary depending on the circumstances of the case, including the severity of the injuries, the presence of any aggravating factors, and the jurisdiction's laws. In general, the penalties can range from a fine and probation to imprisonment, with the possibility of community service and anger management classes.
If you are talking about misdemeanors in both instances. Generally, a conviction for domestic assault will be used against you to heighten possible sentences in the future. Most states have statutes that make sentencing "enhanced" for people with prior domestic assualt convictions. For that reason, I would argue it is worse to get convicted of domestic assault.
Sentencing is set for 10/4/12
Q.A sentencing circle's aim is to shift the process of sentencing from punishment to? A.(Rehabilitation and responsibility)
Assault armed wtih any type of weapon is going to be a felony or felony-equivelant crime, which means more than one year in prison. You haven't included your criminal history (if any) and no one can guess what may be in the mind of the sentencing judge.
It all depends on which state you're in and how the statute is written.