In cases of simple assault, what is the classification if it involves a mutual fight?

In cases of simple assault that involve a mutual fight, the classification is generally designated as M-3. This classification signifies that while the assault was committed, it occurred in circumstances where both parties were actively engaged in the fight, suggesting a level of mutual consent to the confrontation.

The rationale behind this classification is that mutual combat is typically treated as less severe in the eyes of the law compared to one-sided assaults. The assumption is that both participants understood the risks and consequences of engaging in such a fight, which influences how the legal system perceives the incident.

In contrast, classifications such as M-1 or M-2 would indicate more serious violations or assaults that involve aggravating factors, while F-3 generally represents felony charges, which are not applicable in this context since mutual fights in simple assault cases do not reach the threshold for felony classification. Therefore, M-3 accurately reflects the nature of the offense when both individuals are seen as having willingly participated in the altercation.