PL 120.14 · Article 120
Menacing in the Second Degree
This charge applies when you threaten another person with a weapon, or place them in reasonable fear of physical injury by displaying or threatening to use a weapon or dangerous instrument.
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Text us immediately · (845) 290-2492What the prosecutor must prove
- You threatened another person or placed them in reasonable fear.
- A weapon or dangerous instrument was used, displayed or threatened.
Defenses that commonly apply
- No weapon existed or was displayed.
- The object was not a weapon or dangerous instrument as charged.
- The fear alleged was not reasonable.
Penalties and collateral consequences
A Class A Misdemeanor carries a maximum sentence of up to 364 days and a fine of up to Up to $1,000.
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