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Content: A person is guilty of 2nd degree menacing when he or she either: Intentionally places or attempts to place another person in reasonable fear of injury or death by displaying a deadly weapon or instrument; or
Repeatedly following or engaging in repeated conduct to intentionally place or attempt to place another person in reasonable fear of injury or death; or
Commits the crime of menacing in the 3rd degree in violation of a protective or other court order. 3rd Degree Menacing: A person is guilty of 3rd degree menacing when he or she intentionally places or attempts to place another person in fear of death or imminent physical injury. Maximum Penalties
1st Degree Menacing: This is a class E felony punishable by up to 4 years in prison. 2nd Degree Menacing: This is a class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year in prison.