Title: Felony "Menacing" Charges | CriminalDefenseLawyer.com
Headings: Felony "Menacing" Charges
Felony "Menacing" Charges
Menacing can refer to a few different crimes, all of which share the following characteristics: the defendant has placed the victim in fear of imminent (immediate) bodily harm or unwanted physical contact, or has attempted or threatened to hurt the victim
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Menacing as an Assault
Menacing as Brandishing
Menacing by Stalking
Punishment
Obtaining Legal Assistance

Content: Depending on the facts, menacing may be a misdemeanor, punishable by up to a year (or, in some states, two years) in jail; or a felony, punishable by incarceration in state prison. Whether a felony or a misdemeanor, menacing can also be punished by a fine and restitution (payment to the victim to compensate for monetary damages suffered). Usually, the most important factor in sentencing is the degree of injury suffered by the victim, if any. Other facts that can result in a longer sentence include: the use of a weapon
the past criminal record of the defendant
the presence of accomplices, and
the status of the victim as a child or some other vulnerable person deserving of extra protection. Obtaining Legal Assistance
If you are charged with menacing, you should contact a local criminal defense attorney. An attorney can tell you what to expect in court based on the law in your state and the assigned judge and prosecutor. With an attorney's help, you can present the strongest defense and obtain the best possible outcome in your case, such as a dismissal, an acquittal, or the minimum sentence.