(3) Assault in the third degree is a class 1 misdemeanor and is an extraordinary risk crime that is subject to the modified sentencing range specified in section 18-1.3-501 (3).
Class Minimum Sentence-----------------------------------------------------------Maximum Sentence
Class 1: Six months imprisonment, or five hundred dollars fine, or both Eighteen months imprisonment or five thousand dollars fine, or both
Class 2: Three months imprisonment, or two hundred fifty dollars fine, or both Twelve months imprisonment or one thousand dollars fine, or both
Class 3: Fifty dollars fine Six months imprisonment or seven hundred fifty dollars fine, or both
Simple answer: No. You are eligible to obtain a permit. However, like Stu/Irv suggested, call and ask.