Assault
Assault charges from 1st through 5th degree, strangulation and related offenses.
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Filings This Month
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Counties Affected
Understanding Assault
Assault - 1st Degree
The most serious assault charge. Involves allegations of causing great bodily harm to another person.
Max penalty: Up to 20 years in prison and/or $30,000 fineMinn. Stat. § 609.221
Assault - 2nd Degree
Assault involving the alleged use of a dangerous weapon, though not necessarily causing great bodily harm.
Max penalty: Up to 10 years in prison and/or $20,000 fineMinn. Stat. § 609.222
Assault - 3rd Degree
Assault allegations involving substantial bodily harm or assault of a minor child.
Max penalty: Up to 5 years in prison and/or $10,000 fineMinn. Stat. § 609.223
Assault - 5th Degree
The lowest-level assault charge. Involves allegations of intentionally causing or attempting to cause bodily harm, or committing an act intended to cause fear.
Max penalty: Up to 90 days in jail and/or $1,000 fine (misdemeanor)Minn. Stat. § 609.224
Strangulation
Allegations of intentionally impeding another person's breathing or blood circulation by applying pressure to the throat or neck.
Max penalty: Up to 5 years in prison (felony)Minn. Stat. § 609.2247
Assault - 4th Degree
Assault allegations involving a peace officer, correctional employee, or other protected class of victim during the performance of their duties.
Max penalty: Up to 3 years in prison and/or $6,000 fineMinn. Stat. § 609.2231
Kidnapping
Allegations of confining or moving another person without their consent, typically with intent to hold for ransom, commit a crime, or cause harm.
Max penalty: Up to 40 years in prisonMinn. Stat. § 609.25
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