Affray – Section 3

Affray is when the offender threatens or uses unlawful violence towards another person, and their conduct causes a person of reasonable firmness who is present at the scene to fear for their own personal safety.

In cases of Affray, the offender’s behaviour must be directed at a person and not at a property, but can be take place in a private setting or a public place.

Affray a serious allegation and it is an offence that can be dealt with in the Magistrates Court or the Crown Court, depending on the circumstances, and it can result in a penalty of imprisonment.

At Gray & Co we have a team of experienced criminal defence solicitors who specialise in helping those accused of offences such as Affray. Contact us today on 01244 344299 for expert advice and representation.