Aggravated child abuse is a serious crime that involves knowingly or willfully abusing a child and causing great bodily harm, permanent disability, or permanent disfigurement to the child. The specific definition of aggravated child abuse may vary depending on the state or country, but generally, it involves causing serious physical injury to a child. In some cases, the perpetrator must be a responsible person, such as a parent or guardian, to be charged with aggravated child abuse.
Aggravated child abuse is considered a first-degree felony in Florida and is punishable by up to thirty years in prison, thirty years of probation, and a $10,000 fine. The penalties for aggravated child abuse may vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the crime.
