Kay Cantrell

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

It is illegal to intentionally inhale fumes from glue, paint, gasoline, aerosol cans, or similar substances to get high, or to possess these items for that purpose, or to sell these products to someone you suspect will use them to get high. This is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and a fine up to $2,500, but it can be enhanced to a Class E felony for certain circumstances.

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

Knowingly inflicting injury on a child under 18 (through non-accidental means) is child abuse, a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to 11 months 29 days in jail and/or up to $2,500 in fines. If the abused child is 8 years old or younger, the offense is elevated to a Class D felony punishable by 2-12 years in prison. Enhanced penalties apply for child neglect or endangerment with aggravating factors.

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