what evidence is needed to prove an assault charge,, im being falsly charged
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what evidence is needed to prove an assault charge,, im being falsly charged
Asked on June 3, 2009 under Criminal Law, Michigan
Answers:
B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
I'm not a Michigan lawyer. What follows is what is suggested by general rules and some research: Simple assault can be proved by testimony alone. It doesn't require any contact between the perpetrator and the victim, only that the perpetrator did something that put the victim in reasonable fear of bodily harm. Aggravated assault involves a serious injury to the victim, which would require some documentation. There are more serious assault charges, that include "intent" elements.
You need to have an attorney in your area defend you on an assault charge; he or she will be able to give you reliable advice, based on all of the unique facts of your case. One place to find a lawyer is our website, http://attorneypages.com
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