Child Abuse (Physical)

Hurting a child cruelly causing 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 hurt a child
2. 2It was cruel or caused traumatic injury

Possible punishment

Up to 1 year, or 2, 4, or 6 years.