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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.
An assault, without any special circumstances, carries a maximum sentence of five years imprisonment. Assaulting a peace officer could also bring a maximum sentence of five years imprisonment. The charge of assaulting a peace officer includes an assault against someone who is helping a peace officer in official duties, or someone who is trying to make a lawful seizure of goods, such as a sheriff or bailiff.