simple assault
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Jacob Daniel Terrazas, 31, previously pleaded guilty in January to a misdemeanor count of simple assault on a federal officer.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
Wilson and Danette Bert, Schillinger’s mother, were initially charged with simple assault and harassment but those charges were withdrawn.
From Salon ● May 17, 2024
Burke, who spent 30 years practicing law in Lewiston, said officers can’t arrest someone for simple assault without a warrant unless they witness the crime.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 25, 2024
Sean Sinon, 48, and rookie firefighter Reden Ecleo, 21, were released on their recognizance after facing simple assault charges over the incident in D.C.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 14, 2023
The jury retired, and brought in a verdict of "Guilty of simple assault of a trifling nature, under strong provocation, and recommends the defendant to the leniency of the Court."
From The Last Laird of MacNab An Episode in the Settlement of MacNab Township, Upper Canada by Various
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