Joshua Rufus Minnis

This law makes it illegal to intentionally or knowingly cause pain, suffering, or injury to an animal. The base punishment is a Class A misdemeanor (up to 11 months 29 days jail and $2,500 fine). If you have a prior animal cruelty conviction, the offense is enhanced to a Class E felony with more serious penalties.

Penalty: Class A misdemeanor; 11 months 29 days; fine up to $2,500

Aggravated assault is assault committed with a deadly weapon (a firearm or anything designed to cause death or serious injury) or assault that causes serious bodily injury (substantial risk of death or permanent damage); this is a Class D felony (2 to 12 years in prison, up to $5,000 fine), but can be elevated to a Class C or B felony depending on aggravating circumstances like the severity of injury or use of weapons.

Penalty: Class D felony; 2-12 years; fine up to $5,000

Domestic assault is when someone commits assault (hitting, attacking, threatening, or attempting to injure) against a domestic abuse victim—which includes current or former spouses, people living together, dating partners, family members by blood or marriage, or children of people in these relationships. Punishment depends on whether it's a first or second offense and the method used, ranging from the same penalties as basic assault to enhanced felony charges for repeat offenses.

Penalty: Class E felony; 1-6 years; fine up to $3,000