8.7 Assault With Dangerous Weapon (18 U.S.C. Sec. 113(a)(3)) is a federal offense that involves intentionally using a dangerous weapon against another person. This includes weapons such as guns, knives, blunt objects, and other objects that are capable of causing serious bodily injury or death. The statute applies to both actual physical contact between the weapon and the victim, as well as to the threat of use of a dangerous weapon. It also includes the attempt to use a dangerous weapon against another person. The three types of 8.7 Assault With Dangerous Weapon (18 U.S.C. Sec. 113(a)(3)) are assault with intent to commit great bodily harm; assault with a dangerous weapon; and assault with intent to commit a felony. Assault with intent to commit great bodily harm involves the use of a dangerous weapon, with the intent to cause serious bodily injury or death. Assault with a dangerous weapon is the use of a dangerous weapon, with the intent to cause physical injury or fear of physical injury. Assault with intent to commit a felony is the use of a dangerous weapon, with the intent to commit a felony, such as robbery or murder.