Assault occurs when one person causes injury to another—intentionally, recklessly, or negligently.
- 3rd Degree: physical injury – Class A Misdemeanor
- 2nd Degree: serious injury or use of weapon – Class D Felony
- 1st Degree: serious injury and weapon – Class B Felony
Weapons include guns, knives, or “dangerous instruments” like cars, phones, or even high heels—depending on use.
Sentences range from 1 year to 25 years in prison.