If you have been charged with battery in Illinois, it is important that you know the difference between battery and aggravated battery. The crime of battery can range from a light, offensive touch to someone causing severe physical harm through offensive touch. The differing degrees of a battery come with different criminal penalties.
Illinois state law defines the crime of battery to occur when a defendant does one of the following:
- Causes bodily harm to an individual or
- Makes physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature with an individual.
An offensive touch does not need to cause injury or harm to qualify as a battery. Even a light touch that is insulting or provoking in nature can constitute a battery. The crime of battery is a Class A misdemeanor that carries a maximum penalty of up to a $2,500 fine and up to a year in county jail. (720 ILCS 5/12 3)
Aggravated Battery is a Felony in Illinois
A battery can rise to the level of
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