Assault in the third degree is a class C felony. C classed felonys can hold finds up to $100,000 or imprisonment to 40 years or both. The penalty for third degree assault can vary from state to state. If the assault occurs within two years of a misdemeanor more time could be added on to a sentence. If the convicted person has not been convicted of a prior crime, this could lower the amount of
. time they might have to serve. To find out what the punishments for third degree assault is in your state, you can find out on the state?s official site, or at your local library.