Battery Injuring an Officer

Harmful touching of an officer that causes an injury.

Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1You touched an officer harmfully
2. 2They were hurt
3. 3They were on duty

Possible punishment

Misdemeanor: up to 1 year jail. Felony: 16 months, 2, or 3 years.