Degree

An aggravated assault is a 3^rd degree felony unless the victim suffers a serious bodily injury, in which case it can be charged as a 2^nd degree felony.

Elements

The accused commits an aggravated assault when they commit an assault and use:

• a dangerous weapon
• or other means or force likely to produce death or serious bodily injury

Fine

3^rd degree felony: A fine not to exceed $5,000, plus a 90% surcharge.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-3-301(a)(b), Utah Code Ann. §51-9-401)
2^nd degree felony: A fine not to exceed $10,000, plus a 90% surcharge.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-3-301(1)(a), Utah Code Ann. §51-9-401)

Restitution

The court may order the accused to pay restitution if convicted of this crime.
(Utah Code Ann. §77-38a-301)

Imprisonment

3^rd degree felony: A term of imprisonment not to exceed 5 years.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-3-203(3))
2^nd degree felony: A term of imprisonment not less than 1 year nor more than 15 years.
(Utah Code Ann. §76-3-203(2))

DNA Specimen Analysis

A defendant convicted of a 2^nd or 3^rd degree felony aggravated assault must provide a DNA specimen.
(Utah Code Ann. §53-10-403(2))

Firearms

A defendant convicted of aggravated assault may not posses, use or have control of a firearm or ammunition for life.
(18 U.S.C. §922(g)(9))