8.4 AGGRAVATED BATTERY
Official jury instruction text reproduced for information. It is not legal advice; the instruction given in a case depends on the facts and the court.
- Instruction
- 8.4
- Statute
- §784.045(1)(a), Fla. Stat.
- Edition
- Florida Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases, complete set published by The Florida Bar, updated October 9, 2026
- Official source
- The Florida Bar: criminal jury instructions
Elements
Quoted word for word from the official text. Florida Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases, complete set published by The Florida Bar, updated October 9, 2026.
To prove the crime of Aggravated Battery, the State must prove the following two elements beyond a reasonable doubt. The first element is a definition of Battery.
Give 1a or 1b or both as applicable.
1. (Defendant)
a. actually and intentionally touched or struck (victim) against [his] [her] will.
b. intentionally caused bodily harm to (victim).
Give 2a or 2b or both as applicable.
2. (Defendant), in committing the Battery,
a. intentionally or knowingly caused
[great bodily harm to (victim)].
[permanent disability to (victim)].
[permanent disfigurement to (victim)].
b. used a deadly weapon.
Lesser-included offenses
As the instruction lists them, word for word.
AGGRAVATED BATTERY — 784.045(1)(a)
| CATEGORY ONE | CATEGORY TWO | FLA. STAT. | INS. NO. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felony Battery* | 784.041 | 8.5 | |
| Battery | 784.03 | 8.3 | |
| Attempt | 777.04(1) | 5.1 | |
| Improper exhibition of dangerous weapons or firearms | 790.10 | 10.5 | |
| Discharging firearm in public | 790.15 | 10.6 |
Related practice page
Assault and Battery Defense in Miami · Domestic Violence Defense in Miami · Violent Crimes Defense in Miami
Official source: The Florida Bar: criminal jury instructions
Official jury instruction text reproduced for information. It is not legal advice; the instruction given in a case depends on the facts and the court.