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Assault in Illinois
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Illinois law defines assault as any willful attempt or threat to inflict injury upon the person of another, when coupled with an apparent present ability to do so, and any intentional display of force such as would give the victim reason to fear or expect immediate bodily harm. An assault may be committed without actually touching, or striking, or doing bodily harm, to the person of another. For example, if you take a swing at someone and miss you can be charged with assault in Illinois.
If you are charged with assault in Illinois whether in the Chicago area, Central Illinois or anywhere else in Illinois, it is important that you have an experienced criminal defense lawyer to help defend you and advise you of your rights. If you have any questions about Illinois criminal defense laws or would like a referral to an experienced Illinois criminal defense lawyer please do not hesitate to contact us. All inquiries are free and confidential.
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