An assault is an intentional action where someone means to cause physical harm, or attempts to cause physical harm, to another. When someone uses a firearm to commit an assault, they could face various degrees of assault charges.
A first-degree assault charge, when someone uses a weapon with the intent to cause serious bodily harm, is a Class B felony. This charge is punishable by up to 25 years in prison. Other, less serious assault charges may still to lead to incarceration upon conviction.