Chesnee Woman Arrested for Third-Degree Assault and Battery
Carrie Elizabeth Sanford, a 21-year-old resident of Chesnee, South Carolina, was arrested on January 21, 2025, at 8:30 AM by the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office. She faces a charge of third-degree assault and battery under South Carolina Statute 16-03-600(E)(1), a misdemeanor offense.
Sanford, described as 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing 154 pounds, resides on the 100 block of State Road S-42-2318 in Chesnee. According to South Carolina law, third-degree assault and battery involves causing or attempting to cause physical harm to another person without legal justification. This charge is considered a lesser degree of assault but still carries serious consequences.
If convicted, Sanford could face a maximum penalty of 30 days in jail, a fine of up to $500, or both. The court may also impose probation, community service, or mandatory anger management counseling, depending on the circumstances of the offense.
South Carolina’s laws on assault and battery aim to address and deter physical altercations while emphasizing rehabilitation for offenders. Further details regarding the incident leading to Sanford’s arrest and her upcoming court proceedings will likely emerge as the case progresses through the legal system.
Charges Below:
Booking Date: 01/21/25 City: Chesnee, South Carolina Age/YOB: 21
Hair: Sandy Eyes: Blue Weight: 154 Height: 5'06" Gender: Female
| Title | Type | Bond |
| ASSAULT & BATTERY 3RD DEG | $ |