Assault Occasioning Bodily Harm Lawyer QLD
AOBH Charges Queensland
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What is assault occasioning bodily harm (AOBH)?
Assault occasioning bodily harm (AOBH) in Queensland occurs when a person unlawfully assaults another and causes bodily harm.
“Bodily harm” means any injury that interferes with health or comfort, including:
Bruising
Cuts or swelling
Minor fractures
Psychological impact in some cases
This offence is more serious than common assault due to the presence of injury.
Is AOBH a serious offence?
Yes. AOBH is a serious criminal offence in QLD and carries significantly higher penalties than common assault.
Matters are usually dealt with in court and can have long-term consequences.
Penalties for AOBH in Queensland
Penalties for assault occasioning bodily harm in QLD may include:
Significant fines
Probation or community-based orders
Imprisonment
A criminal conviction
If there are aggravating features (for example, in a public place while intoxicated), penalties increase.
Defending AOBH charges
At Robinson Law, we assess whether there are grounds to:
Dispute the extent or cause of injury
Challenge whether the assault was unlawful
Raise self-defence or other legal defences
Negotiate charge reductions (e.g. to common assault)
Minimise penalty and conviction outcomes
Speak with an AOBH Lawyer in Queensland
If you are facing an AOBH charge, early legal advice is critical.
📞 1300 544 444
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belinda@robinsonlaw.au
AOBH FAQs (Queensland)
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Bodily harm includes any injury that interferes with a person’s health or comfort, even if it is relatively minor.
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Yes. AOBH involves injury and carries more serious penalties.
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In some cases, AOBH charges may be reduced depending on the evidence.
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