(9-30-25) Mason West (21) of Celina was arrested by the Celina Police Department on a 1st degree misdemeanor of assault, knowingly harm victim.

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

Definition of assault in Ohio

According to the Ohio Revised Code § 2903.13, a person commits assault when they knowingly cause or attempt to cause physical harm to another person or an unborn child. The key factor in a first-degree misdemeanor charge is that the offense does not involve serious physical harm or other aggravating factors, which would elevate the charge to a felony. 

Penalties for a first-degree misdemeanor

The penalties for a conviction of a first-degree misdemeanor assault can include: 

  • Jail time: Up to 180 days (six months) in jail.
  • Fines: Up to $1,000.
  • Probation: A judge may also order a term of probation.