Criminal penalties: First-time offenders may be sentenced to up to one year in jail or a term of probation.
Fines: Offenders may also be required to pay fines of up to $1,000.
Victim compensation: Offenders may be ordered to pay restitution to the victim for any injuries or damages they caused.
Community service: Offenders may be required to perform community service as part of their sentence.
Anger management classes: Offenders may be required to attend anger management classes or counseling as a condition of their probation.
Loss of driving privileges: In some cases, offenders may lose their driver's license for a period of time.
Deportation: For undocumented immigrants, a conviction for assault in the third degree may lead to deportation proceedings.
It's important to note that the specific consequences an offender faces will depend on the severity of the assault, the offender's criminal history, and other factors.