COSTA MESA, Orange County - A 22-year-old woman, Erika Milton, from Costa Mesa, was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon and driving under the influence.
Police responded to a call from a Costa Mesa nightclub. Milton and another woman got into a flight, and she assaulted the other woman with a knife. She was taken to the Orange County Jail. The victim was taken to Santa Ana Hospital for treatment.
According to California Criminal law, Assault and battery, under panel code section PC 240, assault is an attempt to injure the other person in an act of violence. Battery, according to panel code section PC 242, is physically making contact with another person with the intention to harm.
Assault and battery charges are very serious crimes, from bar fights to any violent crimes, including: Domestic violence, Assault, Battery, Assault and battery, armed robberies, Assault with a deadly weapon, Aggravated battery, aggravated assault and battery, Sexual assault, sexual battery, Domestic assault, Resisting arrest.
Assault and battery can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the seriousness of the case and the criminal record of the defendant. The penalties can be very harsh, including jail time, substantial fines and criminal record.
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