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VIDEO: Assault vs. Battery: Legal Distinctions

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VIDEO: Assault vs. Battery: Legal Distinctions

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Assault vs. Battery -- "What's the difference?"

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VIDEO: Real Cases of Assault: Legal Analysis

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VIDEO: Real Cases of Assault: Legal Analysis

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Comment: Explore real-life cases involving assault with this video, which offers legal analysis and insights into how assault cases are handled in the criminal justice system.

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Article Title: The Basics of Assault Laws

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Article Title: The Basics of Assault Laws

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This article serves as a foundational resource, covering the basic principles of assault laws, elements that constitute assault, and potential penalties.

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Marginal note:Assault

(a) without the consent of another person, he applies force intentionally to that other person, directly or indirectly;

(b) he attempts or threatens, by an act or a gesture, to apply force to another person, if he has, or causes that other person to believe on reasonable grounds that he has, present ability to effect his purpose; or

(c) while openly wearing or carrying a weapon or an imitation thereof, he accosts or impedes another person or begs.

Marginal note:Application

(2) This section applies to all forms of assault, including sexual assault, sexual assault with a weapon, threats to a third party or causing bodily harm and aggravated sexual assault.

Marginal note:Consent

(3) For the purposes of this section, no consent is obtained where the complainant submits or does not resist by reason of

(a) the application of force to the complainant or to a person other than the complainant;

(b) threats or fear of the application of force to the complainant or to a person other than the complainant;

(d) the exercise of authority.

Marginal note:Accused's belief as to consent

(4) Where an accused alleges that he believed that the complainant consented to the conduct that is the subject-matter of the charge, a judge, if satisfied that there is sufficient evidence and that, if believed by the jury, the evidence would constitute a defence, shall instruct the jury, when reviewing all the evidence relating to the determination of the honesty of the accused's belief, to consider the presence or absence of reasonable grounds for that belief.

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ARTICLE:  Legal Website- FindLaw - Assault Overview

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ARTICLE:  Legal Website- FindLaw - Assault Overview

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FindLaw's assault overview provides a detailed examination of assault laws, including common defenses, variations by jurisdiction, and related legal considerations.

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ARTICLE: Landmark Assault Cases and Their Impact

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ARTICLE: Landmark Assault Cases and Their Impact

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Explore landmark assault cases that have had a significant impact on the development of assault laws, shedding light on legal precedents and evolving interpretations.

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This infographic visually breaks down the key elements of assault, making it a helpful quick reference for understanding the legal components of this offense.

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This image depicts a simulated assault crime scene, emphasizing the seriousness of the offense and the need for a thorough legal investigation.

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IMAGE: Assault Penalties by Jurisdiction

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IMAGE: Assault Penalties by Jurisdiction

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This chart compares assault penalties across different jurisdictions, providing a comparative analysis of how legal consequences may vary.