What is the maximum sentence for assault in Florida?

Under 784.011 (2nd Degree Misdemeanor), Florida assault carries a maximum sentence of 60 days and a maximum fine of $500.

Does Florida have a mandatory minimum for assault?

Florida does not impose a blanket mandatory minimum for simple assault. Specific charges or enhancements may carry their own minimums.

What factors enhance a assault charge in Florida?

In Florida, assault penalties can be enhanced by: Victim is law enforcement (felony upgrade); Use of weapon (elevates to aggravated assault).

Florida Assault Law

Florida Assault Defense

What you're facing under 784.011, how the penalties scale, and the questions your attorney needs to answer, specific to Florida (FL) law.

Offense Class

2nd Degree Misdemeanor

Maximum Penalty

60 days

Maximum Fine

$500

Penalty Range in Florida

Statute784.011 — Assault

Minimum Penalty

Maximum Penalty60 days

Maximum Fine$500

Charge Enhancements

These factors can elevate the charge or penalty in Florida:

Victim is law enforcement (felony upgrade)
Use of weapon (elevates to aggravated assault)

Florida-Specific Detail

Simple assault requires no physical contact — purely threat-based. Often filed with disorderly conduct.

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Important: This page provides legal INFORMATION about Florida assault possession law as of the date of publication. Laws change frequently. This is not legal advice. The analysis draws on methods developed by defense attorneys, applied to public data. Your attorney remains the final authority on defense direction.