Legal Question in Criminal Law in Missouri

Re: 3rd degree assualt in domestic violence

You will need to look at the complaint or information that was filed. Usually it will state that you put the victim in fear of being assaulted. If that is the case, it won't matter if you only did property damage. If a reasonable person would have been afraid under those circumstances, you could be found guilty. You face up to a year in jail and a $5000 fine. Your attorney may be able to work out something with the p.a., depending on your criminal history background, especially as to prior domestic assault charges or reports by the police. Good luck.