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What Is an Intentional Unlawful Threat in Florida Aggravated Assault Cases?
August 28, 2025 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
In Florida, aggravated assault (Fla. Stat. 784.21) is a very serious felony offense. It is punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a $5,000 fine. If done in furtherance of a riot or aggravated riot, or the victim belongs to a group listed under Fla. Stat. 784.07 (police, firefighters, EMTs, etc.), it is a second-degree felony punishable by …
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