What difference does the seriousness of the injuries make (assuming he doesn't die from them). Assault is asault, it's the seriousness of the intent, not of the result, that counts.
The couple was nearing the exit gate with their three daughters at about midnight on July 4, when two young men approached and slapped the youngest girl, about 12, on her buttocks. Her father yelled at the men, one of whom pulled out a cell phone and called for others to join in on the assault.
That makes it premeditated. I wouldn't be letting them out on bail. They are a danger to the community and flight risks. But some judge...
Bail was set at $40,000 to $60,000 each and all the suspects posted bail bonds, a jail official said.
That's a minuscule bail for such an offense, for guys who are obviously a danger to the community, and flight risks. Although one wonders were they got, or intend to get, the 4,000 to 6,000 dollars for the bondsman?