Criminal Law

Aggravated Assault

/ AG-ruh-vay-ted uh-SALT /

Definition

An assault involving serious bodily harm or a deadly weapon.

Used in Context

“Aggravated assault with a firearm carries mandatory prison time.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: aggravare, to make heavier

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