Title: NY Penal Law § 120.15: Menacing in the third degree
Headings: NY Penal Law § 120.15: Menacing in the third degree
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Content: New York Penal Code § 120.18
Defenses
A defense to the crime of menacing in the third degree is that there was not a reasonable threat of immediate physical injury or death. If the victim is particularly sensitive and is easily frightened he or she may feel threatened, but that feeling may not be reasonable. Sentence
Because menacing in the third degree is a class B misdemeanor if you are convicted you could be sent to jail for up to 3 months, and you may be ordered to pay a fine of up to $500. It is also possible that in lieu of jail the court may order you to serve a probation term of 1 year. New York Penal Code § 120.15: Menacing in the third degree
A person is guilty of menacing in the third degree when, by physical menace, he or she intentionally places or attempts to place another person in fear of death, imminent serious physical injury or physical injury. The Law Offices of Stephen Bilkis & Associates can help
You may be inclined to think that being arrested for a misdemeanor offense such as menacing in the third degree is not serious. However, the consequences of a misdemeanor conviction can have a significant affect on your future. You may end up spending a year in jail-- away from your family and friends. Once you return you will have to face life with having a criminal record.