Ormond Beach Woman Arrested for Battery Causing Bodily Harm
Cherish D. Stewart, 21, of Ormond Beach, Florida, was arrested in Volusia County on March 21, 2024, at 8:42 a.m. on a charge of battery causing bodily harm under Florida Statute 784.03(1)(a)2. She was booked into the Volusia County Jail with a bond set at $1,000.
Under Florida law, battery causing bodily harm is a first-degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail, one year of probation, and fines of up to $1,000. The charge applies when a person intentionally strikes or touches another individual against their will, resulting in physical injury. If the victim suffered significant harm, prosecutors could seek more severe penalties.
The circumstances leading to Stewart’s arrest have not been disclosed, and it remains unclear whether she has been released on bond or if further legal proceedings are pending. Battery-related offenses are taken seriously in Florida, especially when bodily harm is involved, as courts aim to deter violent confrontations and uphold public safety.
Charges Below:
Booking Date: 03/21/24 City: Ormond Beach, Florida Age/YOB: 20
Hair: Black Eyes: Hazel Weight: Height: Gender: Female
| Title | Type | Bond |
| BATTERY CAUSE BODILY HARM | $1000 |