Court of Appeals Upholds Georgia’s Aggravated Assault Definition
Shawn Harlacher was involved in a bar brawl that left him with a broken nose. As his assailant retreated, Harlacher drew a weapon, aimed for his opponent, but refrained from firing. Mr. Harlacher was subsequently indicted on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge; however, the indictment, it seemed, did not meet the criminal …