A second or subsequent domestic assault offense within ten years also follows the general penalty scheme for assault. However, if a second domestic assault involves the intentional infliction of bodily harm on others, the individuals face a minimum jail sentence of 30 days and a fine ranging from $350 to $3,500.
A third or subsequent domestic assault conviction within ten years involving the intentional infliction of physical injury increases the potential fine to a range of $1,100 to $5,000 and the minimum jail sentence to 90 days.
Domestic assault charges for individuals with two or more prior convictions within ten years increase to Class E felony offenses if the parties involved are:
Former or current spouses
Individuals who are dating or have dated, or who have or have had a sexual relationship
Minor children of the individuals in one of these relationships
A conviction for a Class E felony domestic assault could lead to a sentence of incarceration ranging from a minimum of 90 days to a maximum of six years. As a domestic violence attorney in Chattanooga may advise, individuals also might face all the collateral consequences of having a felony conviction on their records.