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Violence· OAPA 1861
Section 20 — Malicious wounding / inflicting GBH
Unlawfully and maliciously wounding or inflicting grievous bodily harm on another, with intent or recklessness as to causing some harm.
Penalty reference
- Mode of trial
- Either-way
- Maximum penalty
- 5 years on indictment.
- Out-of-court eligibility
- ✕ CR✕ Caution✕ Cond. Caution
Note: CPS charge. Aggravated form (race/religion): 7 years.
Triage the circumstances
Quick answers — the engine applies the College/CPS hard rules.
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