James Luther Dotson

This law makes it a Class A felony (15-60 years in prison and/or up to $50,000 fine) to commit arson when one or more people are inside the building at the time or when anyone—including firefighters or police—suffers serious bodily injury from the fire or explosion. This is the most serious arson charge.

Penalty: Class A felony; 15-60 years; fine up to $50,000

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