MALICIOUS WOUNDING
Malicious Wounding: What Prosecutors Must Prove and How We Fight Back
Malicious Wounding Va. Code § 18.2-51
Malicious Wounding is a serious felony in Virginia that occurs when someone unlawfully causes another person significant physical injury, such as broken bones, deep lacerations, or permanent disfigurement, with the intent to maim, disfigure, disable, or kill. It often arises from heated disputes, fights, or altercations where a weapon or excessive force was used. Intent is key, and it is something prosecutors must prove beyond a reasonable doubt.
There are multiple levels of this offense:
Malicious Wounding (Va. Code § 18.2-51): Requires intent to injure seriously.
Unlawful Wounding: Same act without proven intent.
Aggravated Malicious Wounding (Va. Code § 18.2-51.2): Victim suffers permanent, significant physical impairment.
At Battlefield Law Group, we don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. We dig into the details, medical records, forensics, eyewitness credibility, and any video footage. Many cases hinge on proving whether the act was intentional or done in the heat of passion or self-defense. Our team builds strong defenses that may include expert witnesses and self-defense claims.
Penalties:
Malicious Wounding (Class 3 felony): 5 to 20 years in prison, up to $100,000 fine
Aggravated Malicious Wounding (Class 2 felony): 20 years to life
Unlawful Wounding (Class 6 felony): 1 to 5 years in prison or up to 12 months in jail and/or a $2,500 fine
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