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The severity of assaults ranges from minor threat to incidents which are nearly fatal.

The severity of assaults ranges from minor threat to incidents which are nearly fatal.

In government listings of crime, the term "assault" is usually categorized as "simple assault" or "aggravated assault."  Also, [[rape]], attempted rape, sexual assault, robbery and attempted robbery are usually listed separately. A verbal assault consists of verbal threats and [[profanity|profane]] statements directed at a person.

In government listings of crime, the term "assault" is usually categorized as "simple assault" or "[[aggravated assault]]."  Also, [[rape]], attempted rape, sexual assault, [[robbery]] and attempted robbery are usually listed separately. A verbal assault consists of verbal threats and [[profanity|profane]] statements directed at a person.

 

[[Category:Legal Terms]]

[[Category:Legal Terms]]

[[category:crime]]

[[category:crimes]]