SA (1)03 Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Assault with a Deadly Weapon is a charge that is reserved for individuals who attempt to cause or threaten immediate harm to another while using a weapon, tool, or other dangerous item to communicate that threat.

A person can be charged with ADW if:

1. The individual threatens to cause imminent bodily injury or death to another person with a deadly weapon

   1. A deadly weapon is defined as

      1. Any type of firearm

      2. Any melee weapon that is capable of causing serious bodily injury (brass knuckles, knives, broken bottles, hatchets, etc.)

      3. Any type of explosive ordnance.

   2. The deadly weapon must be seen by:

      1. Law Enforcement

      2. Victim

Level 5 Felony

Sentence: 40 minutes

Fine: $7,500