(6-21-25) Ruby Garcia (35) of Celina was arrested on a 1st degree misdemeanor charge of assault.

She is being held in the Mercer County Adult Detention Center on $2,000 (10%) bond. She is awaiting a Celina Municipal Court hearing.

Simple Assault

Under 2903.13(C)(1), a simple assault is a first-degree misdemeanor in Ohio. The elements are:

  1. Knowingly
  2. Causing or attempting physical harm
  3. To another person

Potential penalties include up to six months in jailand a $1,000 fine maximum. However, the charges can be elevated based on the victim’s status or location of the offense.