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A. 607; Com

Categories: Criminal Law

Definition (1910 Edition)

v. Barlow, 4 Mass. 440. —Felonious assault. Such an assault upon the person as, if consummated, would subject the party making it, upon conviction, to the punishment of a felony, that is, to imprisonment in the penitentiary. Winkle v. State. 94
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.