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Bloomington Criminal Attorney Bloomington DUI Attorney
Bloomington DUI
Attorney John G. Prior Jr. has extensive experience trying cases both in Western and Central Illinois.
Read more about Mr. Prior's experience as an Illinois Attorney.
Criminal Offenses
- Arson
- Assault
- Battery
- Burglary
- Criminal Sexual Abuse
- Criminal Sexual Assault
- Criminal Trespass to Property
- Criminal Damage to Property
- Domestic Battery
- DUI/Driving Under the Influence
- Home Invasion
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Major Traffic Violations
- Minor Traffic Violations
- Possession of Cannabis
- Possession Of Controlled Or Counterfeit Substances
- Prostitution
- Reckless Conduct
- Residential Burglary
- Resisting Arrest
- Robbery
- Stalking
- Theft
- Unlawful Restraint
- Violation Of Order Of Protection
Bloomington, IL
Criminal Attorney
Assault
Definition of Assault. In Illinois, a person commits assault when, without lawful authority, he engages in conduct which places another in reasonable apprehension of receiving a battery. 720 ILCS 5/12-1
Issues in Assault - To sustain the charge of assault, the State must prove the following proposition: That the defendant [ (knowingly) (intentionally) ] engaged in conduct which placed ______________ in reasonable apprehension of receiving [ (bodily harm) (physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature) ]. The State must prove this proposition beyond a reasonable doubt before the defendant can be found guilty. 11.02 Illinois Pattern Jury Instructions - Criminal 4th Edition
Sentencing - Assault is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by up to 30 days in the county jail, a fine of up to $1,500 and/or up to 2 years of probation or conditional discharge.
Community Service - In addition to any other sentence that may be imposed, a court shall order any person convicted of assault to perform community service for not less than 30 and not more than 120 hours, if community service is available in the jurisdiction and is funded and approved by the county board of the county where the offense was committed. In addition, whenever any person is placed on supervision for an alleged offense of assault, the supervision shall be conditioned upon the performance of the community service.
In all criminal matters it is recommended that you seek professional legal assistance to protect your constitutional rights. Attorney John G. Prior Jr. has experience trying criminal assault cases, can give legal advice, assist you with your case and ensure that your constitutional rights are protected.
If you or a loved one have been charged with assault that allegedly occurred within McLean County, Tazewell County or in any of the other counties in Central Illinois, please contact The Prior Law Firm for a free consulation.
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Call 309-827-4300 to schedule a free consultation, or use the form below to contact us.
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Areas We Serve
Located in Bloomington, IL, The Prior Law Firm serves the criminal law needs of the following areas: