common assault?

[uprails82]

What is the name of your state? Missouri

Hey just wondered what level common assault is? I have a court date on sept. 19 and wondered if I need a lawyer or not. Never been in trouble before. Just wondered if anyone knows if it will be a fine, jail time or just a slap on the wrist. Thanks for any info!

 

[moburkes]

Yes you need an attorney unless you are pleading guilty. What are the circumstances that caused you to be charged?

 

[uprails82]

Thanks for the info but I do plan on pleading guilty. A friend and I were a local swimming pool and my buddy got into a verbal argument with another guy and when the guy grabbed his wrists and I threw a half empty beer can at him. Never physically touched him but the beer can hit him. Very bad decision on my part so I will just have to take whatever punishment I get. THe only problem was the police report I saw said It was a bottle and I struck him in the head. It was not a bottle it was a can and I threw it at him I didnt physically walk up and bust him over the head with it. Should I bring witness that were there or should I just plead guilty b/c I did hit him with the beer can. NEver been in trouble before so not sure how all this works. Thanks