Washington Assault 3 Sentencing Calculator (RCW 9A.36.031)

Important Disclaimers

• ⚠Washington uses presumptive sentencing ranges. Judges may depart from these ranges only under exceptional circumstances as defined in RCW 9.94A.535 (aggravating or mitigating factors).
• ⚠Weapon enhancements are mandatory, consecutive sentences that run after the base sentence and are not eligible for earned release time reduction.
• ⚠A domestic violence designation affects conditions of release, no-contact orders, and firearm possession rights, but does not change the base grid months for Assault 3.
• ⚠Standard Assault 3 is Level III; the subtype involving a peace officer with a projectile stun gun (RCW 9A.36.031(1)(h)) is Level IV, resulting in a higher sentencing range.
• ⚠Actual time served may be reduced through earned release credits (typically up to 1/3 reduction for non-violent portions), but enhancements are excluded from earned release.
• ⚠This is an educational estimate. Sentencing involves judicial discretion, plea agreements, and case-specific factors. Always consult a qualified attorney.

About Assault 3 in Washington State

How to Use This Calculator

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   Calculate Offender Score: Use the guided wizard to estimate your offender score based on prior convictions and criminal history, or enter it manually if known (0–9+).
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   Select DV Designation: Toggle on if the charge includes a domestic violence designation (typically when the victim is a family or household member).
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   Choose Subtype: Select "Standard Assault 3 (Level III)" or "Peace Officer with Projectile Stun Gun (Level IV)" if the charge is under subsection (1)(h).
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   Add Weapon Enhancements: Check the appropriate box if a firearm (+18 months) or deadly weapon (+12 months) enhancement applies. Only one enhancement can be selected at a time.
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   Calculate: Click "Calculate Sentence" to see the base sentencing range, enhancement add-on, and total range in months.
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   Review Results: The calculator shows both the grid-only range and the total range including any enhancements, plus offense details and disclaimers.

Important Notes

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  Standard Assault 3 is a Level III offense; Assault 3 of a peace officer with a projectile stun gun (RCW 9A.36.031(1)(h)) is Level IV, resulting in higher sentencing ranges.
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  Offender scores of 9 or higher are treated as "9+" on the sentencing grid.
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  Weapon enhancements for Class C felonies are mandatory and consecutive: +18 months for firearm, +12 months for deadly weapon (non-firearm).
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  Enhancements are not eligible for earned release time reduction, unlike the base sentence.
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  A domestic violence designation triggers additional conditions (no-contact orders, treatment programs, firearm prohibitions) but does not increase the base grid months.
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  Judges may impose exceptional sentences above or below the range only if aggravating or mitigating circumstances are proven under RCW 9.94A.535.
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  First-time offenders (Offender Score 0) with standard Assault 3 face a minimum of 1 month and a maximum of 3 months for the base sentence, before any enhancements.