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It can be. A prosecutor can charge the crime of battery as either a felony or a misdemeanor depending on the facts of the case and the defendant’s criminal history. Most jurisdictions say that battery is a felony offense if it rises to the level of an “aggravated battery.” A person commits aggravated battery when: …
Playlist: Colorado Assault and Menacing LawsWatch this playlist on YouTube Assault and battery are two separate crimes in Colorado law. Assault is unlawfully causing injury to another person, such as through punching, hitting, or kicking. And battery – which is more commonly referred to as menacing (CRS 18-3-206) in Colorado – is using threats or …