Assault Charges

Have you been charged with an Assault offense in Oregon?
In Oregon, assault covers a wide range of violent offenses against another person. These range from Assault in the 4th Degree to Assault in the 1st Degree.
An assault conviction could have collateral consequences beyond the penalties for the underlying offense and can follow someone even past completion of the court’s sentence, such as damage to your reputation and other personal relationships. You could also face additional consequences if you are ever charged with another crime of violence against someone in the future.
What constitutes Assault in the 4th Degree?
Assault in the 4th Degree may become even more severe if:
What constitutes Assault in the 3rd Degree?
Assault in the 3rd Degree may become even more severe if:
What constitutes Assault in the 2nd Degree?
What constitutes Assault in the 1st Degree?
In addition to these four categories of assault, there are other offenses of more specific acts, including but not limited to:
These more particularized charges will have their own specific criteria.

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