JOSHUA B NORRIS , JOSHUA BRANDON NORRIS

It is illegal to intentionally damage someone else's property by destroying it, making it unusable, defacing it, or contaminating it with chemicals or toxic substances. The offense includes damaging merchandise in stores and marking or defacing government property. A violation is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months 29 days in jail and a $2,500 fine. The charge is enhanced to a Class E felony (1-6 years prison) in certain circumstances, such as for repeat offenses or especially serious property damage.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

[Note: The statute text provided is incomplete and corrupted. A complete explanation cannot be provided without the full statutory language. Based on the title and classification alone: Stalking involves repeatedly contacting, following, threatening, or harassing someone in ways that cause fear or emotional distress. The penalties range from Class A misdemeanor (up to 11 months 29 days jail and $2,500 fine) to Class C or E felony depending on whether a weapon is involved or if the victim is a minor or vulnerable person.]

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

[Note: The statute text provided is incomplete and corrupted. A complete explanation cannot be provided without the full statutory language. Based on the title and classification alone: Stalking involves repeatedly contacting, following, threatening, or harassing someone in ways that cause fear or emotional distress. The penalties range from Class A misdemeanor (up to 11 months 29 days jail and $2,500 fine) to Class C or E felony depending on whether a weapon is involved or if the victim is a minor or vulnerable person.]

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Violating an order of protection or restraining order issued by a court is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. To be convicted, the person must have received notice of the court order, had a chance to appear in court, and the court must have made specific findings that the person committed domestic abuse or other qualifying conduct.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Violating an order of protection or restraining order issued by a court is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. To be convicted, the person must have received notice of the court order, had a chance to appear in court, and the court must have made specific findings that the person committed domestic abuse or other qualifying conduct.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Kidnapping is false imprisonment (unlawfully confining someone) under circumstances where the victim faces substantial risk of bodily injury. Punishment ranges from 3 to 15 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines.

Penalty: Class C felony; 3-15 years; fine up to $10,000

Assault is intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causing bodily injury to another person; intentionally or knowingly making another person reasonably fear immediate physical harm; or intentionally or knowingly touching another person in a way a reasonable person would find extremely offensive or insulting. Causing actual bodily injury is a Class A misdemeanor (up to 11 months 29 days in jail and up to $15,000 fine), making someone fear injury is a Class A misdemeanor, and offensive touching is a Class B misdemeanor (up to 6 months in jail and up to $500 fine).

Penalty: Class B misdemeanor; 6 months; fine up to $500

Aggravated assault is assault committed with a deadly weapon (a firearm or anything designed to cause death or serious injury) or assault that causes serious bodily injury (substantial risk of death or permanent damage); this is a Class D felony (2 to 12 years in prison, up to $5,000 fine), but can be elevated to a Class C or B felony depending on aggravating circumstances like the severity of injury or use of weapons.

Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000

[Note: The statute text provided is incomplete and corrupted. A complete explanation cannot be provided without the full statutory language. Based on the title and classification alone: Stalking involves repeatedly contacting, following, threatening, or harassing someone in ways that cause fear or emotional distress. The penalties range from Class A misdemeanor (up to 11 months 29 days jail and $2,500 fine) to Class C or E felony depending on whether a weapon is involved or if the victim is a minor or vulnerable person.]

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Domestic assault is when someone commits assault (hitting, attacking, threatening, or attempting to injure) against a domestic abuse victim—which includes current or former spouses, people living together, dating partners, family members by blood or marriage, or children of people in these relationships. Punishment depends on whether it's a first or second offense and the method used, ranging from the same penalties as basic assault to enhanced felony charges for repeat offenses.

Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000

Violating an order of protection or restraining order issued by a court is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and/or a fine up to $2,500. To be convicted, the person must have received notice of the court order, had a chance to appear in court, and the court must have made specific findings that the person committed domestic abuse or other qualifying conduct.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

A court can only punish someone for contempt of court in these specific situations: (1) someone behaves disruptively in or near the courtroom and interferes with justice; (2) a court officer misbehaves in their official duties; (3) someone refuses to follow the court's orders, writs, or commands; (4) someone tampers with or interferes with court documents or proceedings; (5) someone illegally talks to jurors about the case; or (6) any other act the law specifically calls contempt. A court cannot punish for contempt in any other situation.

Penalty: Classification not specified

Aggravated assault is assault committed with a deadly weapon (a firearm or anything designed to cause death or serious injury) or assault that causes serious bodily injury (substantial risk of death or permanent damage); this is a Class D felony (2 to 12 years in prison, up to $5,000 fine), but can be elevated to a Class C or B felony depending on aggravating circumstances like the severity of injury or use of weapons.

Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000