What is charge 720 IlCS 5/12-1-A

  The misdemeanor charge of assault may be found at 720 ILCS 5/12-1(a). With regard to the offense of assault, the statute reads: "Sec. 12-1. Assault.     (a) A person commits an assault when, without lawful authority, he or she knowingly engages in conduct which places another in reasonable apprehension of receiving a battery.    (b) Sentence. Assault is a Class C misdemeanor.    (c) In addition to any other sentence that may be imposed, a court shall order any person convicted of assault to perform community service for not less than 30 and not more than 120 hours, if community service is available in the jurisdiction and is funded and approved by the county board of the county where the offense was committed. In addition, whenever any person is placed on supervision for an alleged offense under this Section, the supervision shall be conditioned upon the performance of the community service.    This subsection does not apply when the court imposes a sentence of incarceration."     Should you or a loved one be charged with this offense or any other, it is always advisable to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney.   This posting is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or establish an attorney-client relationship between the parties. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com