Second-degree assault is a felony charge under New York law that generally covers intentionally causing serious physical injury to another person, or causing injury with a weapon or dangerous instrument. The exact elements depend on the subsection charged, and prosecutors must prove intent as well as injury. Selma Blair faces two counts of second-degree assault following the alleged incident aboard a Delta flight; the charges remain allegations, she has pleaded not guilty, and the case is pending.
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