Q: In RI, what are the possible punishments being faced for domestic felony assault and domestic disorderly conduct?
A: Domestic felony assault is punishable by up to 20 years if there is serious bodily injury. For assault that doesn’t qualify for serious bodily injury, the penalty is up to six years. Disorderly conduct is a misdemeanor, typically punishable by no more than one year in jail. There are many factors that go into sentencing in these cases. Attendance at a batterer’s intervention program is mandatory for any domestic offense upon a plea of guilty or nolo contendere. If you’re charged with any of these crimes, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney.
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