assault charges hold how much time
Jail Time. Assault in the third degree is an A misdemeanor, meaning that it is punishable by up to one year in jail, as per Penal Law Â§Â§ 60.01(3)(a) and 70.15(1) . In NYC, however, a first arrest for assault in the third degree will usually not result in any jail time. A conviction or plea to the charge of assault in the third degree could also result in probation for three years, pursuant to Penal Law Â§Â§ 60.01(2)(a)(i) and 65.00.