Legal Actions For Assault

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Summary

If assaulted in Kentucky, you can file a police report, seek a protective order, and consider a civil lawsuit. Pressing charges could lead to the assailants arrest, jail time, fines, and court-mandated classes. Child custody may be affected if the court deems the behavior harmful. Assault without visible injury is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to 12 months in jail. Other charges like harassment and disorderly conduct carry up to 90 days in jail. If the assailant is jailed, the child may be placed with a relative or in foster care.

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What can happen to her if I press charges ?
If you press charges in Kentucky, she could face several consequences:
- Arrest and possible jail time.
- Court-mandated anger management classes.
- Fines or restitution.
- Protective order placed against her.
- Potential impact on child custody arrangements.
Would she lose custody of her child?
In Kentucky, child custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child. If the court finds that the mother's behavior endangers the child, it may affect her custody rights. Evidence of violent behavior can be relevant in such cases.
How long would jail time be if there’s no seeable marks
In Kentucky, assault without visible injury could be considered as a Class A misdemeanor. If convicted, the person could face a jail time of up to 12 months. However, the exact punishment depends on the circumstances and court's decision.
What charges would I be able to press
In Kentucky, you might be able to press the following charges:
- Assault in the fourth degree (Class A misdemeanor)
- Harassment (Class B misdemeanor)
- Disorderly conduct (Class B misdemeanor)

Remember, final decision rests with the prosecutor's office based on evidence and circumstances.
What is disorderly conduct
In Kentucky, Disorderly Conduct generally involves any act that causes public inconvenience, annoyance or alarm, or creates a risk thereof. It may include fighting, making unreasonable noise, refusing to obey a lawful order, etc. It is usually classified as a Class B misdemeanor.
How much time would she do for each of those charges
In Kentucky:
- Assault in the fourth degree (Class A misdemeanor): Up to 1 year in jail.
- Harassment (Class B misdemeanor): Up to 90 days in jail.
- Disorderly conduct (Class B misdemeanor): Up to 90 days in jail.
Please note, actual sentences can vary based on court's discretion and specifics of the case.
What would happen to her child while she goes to jail
In Kentucky, if a parent is incarcerated and there isn't another parent or legal guardian available, the child may be placed with a relative or in foster care. The parent may need to work with social services to arrange for the child's care.