2005 Minnesota Statutes - 609.2247 — Domestic assault by strangulation.

     609.2247 Domestic assault by strangulation. 


    Subdivision 1.    Definitions.  (a) As used in this 
 section, the following terms have the meanings given. 


    (b) "Family or household members" has the meaning given in 
 section 518B.01, subdivision 2. 


    (c) "Strangulation" means intentionally impeding normal 
 breathing or circulation of the blood by applying pressure on 
 the throat or neck or by blocking the nose or mouth of another 
 person. 


    Subd. 2.    Crime.  Unless a greater penalty is provided 
 elsewhere, whoever assaults a family or household member by 
 strangulation is guilty of a felony and may be sentenced to 
 imprisonment for not more than three years or to payment of a 
 fine of not more than $5,000, or both. 


    HIST: 2005 c 136 art 17 s 13