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Jail Time. Assault in the third degree is an A misdemeanor, meaning that it is punishable by up to one year in jail, as per Penal Law Â§Â§ 60.01(3)(a) and 70.15(1) . In NYC, however, a first arrest for assault in the third degree will usually not result in any jail time. A conviction or plea to the charge of assault in the third degree could also result in probation for three years, pursuant to Penal Law Â§Â§ 60.01(2)(a)(i) and 65.00.
Pointing a gun at someone is considered automatic assault. A charge of battery requires actual contact. Assault refers to any reasonable threat taken against another person. Physical harm is considered assault and battery. Waving a knife at someone is an example of automatic assault. In some cases, it can be argued that assault and battery were committed in self defense.