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# \[1] 2 - Assault (2nd Degree)

**Offense Classification: Misdemeanor / Felony**

**Definition:**

Assault in the second degree occurs when an individual **intentionally causes bodily harm** to another person but the injuries are **less severe than first-degree assault** or the act involves reckless conduct that results in injury.

**Elements of the Crime:**

* The suspect **intended to cause** harm, but the injuries were **not life-threatening**.
* The assault may have been **committed recklessly** but still resulted in bodily harm.
* The act was **not justified** (e.g., not self-defense).

**Penalties:**

* **Jail Time:** Up to 12 months
* **Fine:** $3,500
* **Additional Consequences:** Community service, probation, restitution to the victim

**Related Charges:**

* [**\[1\] 1 - Assault (1st Degree)**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/1-crimes-against-persons/1-1-assault-1st-degree.md) *(If the injury was severe and intentional)*
* [**\[1\] 3 - Battery**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/1-crimes-against-persons/1-3-battery.md) *(If physical contact was made but without significant harm)*
* [**\[1\] 12 - Reckless Endangerment**](/tbd-rp-department-of-justice-legal-code/unified-code-of-laws/title-6-penal-code/1-crimes-against-persons/1-20-reckless-endangerment.md) *(If the assault resulted from reckless actions rather than intent)*


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