If an assault accusation against you becomes a criminal charge, the severity of the charge and the potential outcomes are not necessarily straightforward. The Texas statutes go into great detail about how the court system should address assault charges. Investigation...
Criminal Defense
Know your rights when interacting with law enforcement
Knowing what to do when authorities stop your car, visit you at home or otherwise communicate with you may help you avoid facing legal trouble and associated repercussions. Your rights differ to some degree based on where you are during your interactions with...
How are battery and assault different?
Anybody who has ever watched a crime drama has probably heard the phrase, "You are being arrested for assault and battery." Often, this makes it sound like battery and assault are the exact same charge. However, this is not the case. Battery and assault are closely...
How bail conditions work
If someone is facing trial for a criminal offense, there is often a lot of time between the arrest and a final guilty or not guilty plea. Most people facing charges would like to spend that time elsewhere rather than in jail. One of the things the judge decides in the...
3 common ways to receive a burglary charge in Texas
A burglary conviction in the Lone Star State carries with it some significant legal penalties. If prosecutors prove each element of the offense beyond a reasonable doubt, you may forever have a felony conviction on your record. You may also face a lengthy prison...
Can self-defense be effective against an assault charge?
If you face assault charges, you will need to prepare a defense that will allow you to show the court you were within your rights and that your actions did not qualify as assault. One option to justify your actions is claiming self-defense. In some cases, it might be...
What are the 3 areas of negotiation for a plea bargain?
No matter what crime the courts accuse you of committing, it is likely that plea bargaining will be a part of your criminal proceedings. Whether or not it is a good idea for an individual to take a plea bargain depends on specific situations, but bargaining is almost...
When does firearm possession become a felony in Texas?
Texas’ reputation as a gun friendly state does not prevent courts from treating gun crimes seriously. While many gun possession crimes are misdemeanors, certain circumstances or types of firearm possession can graduate the offense to a felony. Understanding Texas...
What can elevate an assault charge?
A simple assault charge will usually not carry too harsh of a penalty. It may even be a misdemeanor in most cases. However, there are certain elements that could elevate this crime and bring about a harsher charge and sentence. The Texas Constitution and Statutes...
Understand the basics of aggravated assault charges
Assault charges can have a deep impact on people's lives. However, people may face more serious consequences if they commit an aggravated assault. People face assault charges if they either threatened or tried to harm another person. FindLaw says that a charge of...
