WA Likely Punishments for Aggravated Assault?

[Billychick78]

I'm due to appear in court for aggravated assault and need to make a plea. I am guilty, therefore, pleading guilty but contesting some facts.

Due to recent facts, I need to plead ASAP. How do I proceed now? What is my likely punishment? And then what happens?

Thanks for any help.

 

[Lance]

Hi,

It all depends on the facts of the case, past history, where there any VRO's in place. Common assault in circumstances of aggravation can be 3 years imprisonment and a $36,000 fine. If the Assault occasioned bodily harm it could be 7 years. Its really hard to say without all the facts. If you get legal representation they should be able to advise you of likely court decisions based on the facts of the case.

 

[Billychick78]

Hi,

It all depends on the facts of the case, past history, where there any VRO's in place. Common assault in circumstances of aggravation can be 3 years imprisonment and a $36,000 fine. If the Assault occasioned bodily harm it could be 7 years. Its really hard to say without all the facts. If you get legal representation they should be able to advise you of likely court decisions based on the facts of the case.

Thanks for the info. Yes, it's with bodily harm and I didn't get legal help. I plead guilty and now have to get a pre-sentence report and legal advice.

Next date is Jan for sentencing. No previous history of any offences bar a misdemeanor traffic violation.