What Is The Punishment For Infliction Of Cruel Or Inhuman Corporal Punishment On A Child (PC 273d(a)) In Riverside County Or Orange County?

Posted in Domestic Violence FAQ'S on April 30, 2015

Criminal Defense Attorney For Those Arrested On Infliction Of Cruel Or Inhuman Corporal Punishment On A Child (PC 273d(a)) Charges In Riverside Or Orange County

Because PC 273d(a) can be charged as either a misdemeanor or felony, the sentencing varies considerably.

If convicted as a MISDEMEANOR, punishment could include:

• Up to 1 year of jail
• Up to $6000 in fines
• Criminal Protective Order (Restraining Order)
• Mandatory minimum of 3 years of Summary (informal) Probation (Up to 5 Years of Summary Probation)
• One year participation in Child Abuse Classes
• Restitution

If convicted as a FELONY, the potential punishment depends upon whether or not you are given probation by the Judge.

IF granted probation:

• Up to 1 year of jail
• Up to $6000 in fines
• Criminal Protective Order (Restraining Order)
• Mandatory minimum of 3 years Formal Probation (Up to 5 Years of Formal Probation)
• A lifetime ban on firearm ownership / possession
• Confiscation / destruction of the weapon
• One year participation in Child Abuse Classes
• Restitution

IF denied probation:

• Either 2, 4 or 6 years in county prison
• Up to $6000 in fines
• A lifetime ban on firearm ownership / possession
• Confiscation / destruction of the weapon
• Ineligible for future reduction to a misdemeanor pursuant to PC 17(b)
• Restitution

If you, or a family member has been arrested for Infliction of Cruel or Inhuman Corporal Punishment on a Child (PC 273d(a)) in Riverside County or Orange County, call Criminal Defense Attorney Graham Donath at (951) 667-5293