NJ Simple Assault Law - N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1(a)
A person is guilty of Simple Assault if he:
- Attempts to cause or purposely, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another; or
- negligently causes bodily injury to another with a deadly weapon; or
- attempts by physical menace to put another in fear of imminent serious bodily injury.
