Assault Attorney Dallas-Fort Worth
Plano, Frisco, Allen, and McKinney Assault Lawyer
Assault and other violent offenses are taken seriously in Dallas, Plano, Frisco, Allen and McKinney, Texas. If convicted, you could face jail time, probation, community service, not to mention a misdemeanor or felony conviction on your record. Violent crimes are taken seriously because of their very nature, that is, when a violent crime is committed, it always results in violence with intent towards another person.
There are many reasons people could be charged with assault. Sometimes assault can be provoked by others, and other times assault charges can occur if a person was simply defending themselves during a fight or physical confrontation. Regardless of what specific circumstances surround your assault charges. The Law Office of Brock Duke will examine all of the circumstances regarding your assault charge to find the most effective way to defend you.
Assault Legal Definition
§ 22.01. ASSAULT-Texas Penal Code
(a) A person commits an offense if the person:
(1) intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another, including the person's spouse;
(2) intentionally or knowingly threatens another with imminent bodily injury, including the person's spouse; or
(3) intentionally or knowingly causes physical contact with another when the person knows or should reasonably believe that the other will regard the contact as offensive or provocative.
Various Forms of Assault and Violent Crimes
- Assault
- Assault Bodily Injury
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon
- Aggravated Assault
- Assaulting a Police Officer
- Aggravated Robbery
- Kidnapping
- Family Violence/Domestic Violence
- Terroristic Threat
- Harassment
- Stalking
- Murder
- Attempted Murder
- Manslaughter
Punishment for Assault and Violent Offenses
Assault and other violent offenses can be classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony and there are many ways an assault charge could be elevated to a felony offense. For example, if a weapon was used, you may be charged with assault with a deadly weapon, which is considered a felony offense in Texas. When guns, knives or other weapons are used in an assault case, the charges will almost always be enhanced to felony charges, and if this situation applies to your case, then you most definitely need to seek the help of a qualified attorney because you face increasingly severe penalties if convicted.
Defending You Against Assault and Violent Charges
When you contact the Law Office of Brock Duke regarding your alleged assault or violent crime, we will explain your specific criminal charge and the potential penalties associated with the offense. We will also examine all of the circumstances surrounding your criminal charge, including any potential defenses recognized by Texas law, and will work with dedication to develop an aggressive defense strategy tailored to your criminal charge.
The Law Office of Brock Duke handles all types of criminal cases. If you have been arrested and charged with a crime, we can and will help.
