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What’s the Difference Between Self Defense and Assault in Texas?

October 8, 2020

A defendant charged with assault in Texas will often claim that they were acting in self defense when the crime took place. However, in order to be successful, they must be able to prove that they had good reasons to believe they were in real danger when they knowingly caused bodily harm to another, or […]

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How is Bodily Injury Defined, and How Does It Impact a Houston Assault Case?

September 5, 2019

How is Bodily Injury Defined, and How Does It Impact a Houston Assault Case?

Being charged with assault in Houston or Harris County is bad enough, but being charged with assault for causing bodily injury to another could mean jail time and steep fines. If you’ve been charged with bodily injury assault in Houston, your best chance to avoid these penalties is being represented by an experienced Houston assault […]

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Can Witnesses Help Prove My Innocence If I Was Falsely Accused of Assault?

August 14, 2019

Can Witnesses Help Prove My Innocence If I Was Falsely Accused of Assault?

It’s sad that there are instances in which innocent people are convicted of crimes they didn’t commit. If you’ve been charged with assault in Houston, the fact that you’re innocent may not be enough to get the charges dropped. A Harris County DA wouldn’t file charges if they didn’t think they had enough evidence to […]

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Will the District Attorney Drop Assault Charges If the Victim Asks Them To?

July 10, 2019

Will the District Attorney Drop Assault Charges If the Victim Asks Them To?

If you’ve been charged with assault in Harris County and think the Harris County district attorney’s office will drop the charges against you at the victim’s request, you need to speak to a lawyer. While this might have been true in the past, Texas laws have changed, particularly for some types of assault, such as […]

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How Can You Get A Houston Assault Charge Removed From Your Record?

June 25, 2019

How Can You Get A Houston Assault Charge Removed From The Public Record_

Any assault charges in Houston, no matter if you are found innocent or the charges are dismissed, will remain on your permanent public record for the rest of your life. This can make it difficult to find a job, qualify for a loan, enroll in school or even lease an apartment. You shouldn’t continue to […]

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Possible Defenses for Assault Charges in Texas

May 8, 2019

Defenses for Assault Charges in Texas

If you’ve been charged with assault in Houston or Harris County, even if you think you’ve been wrongly accused, you could be facing jail time and fines, including restitution, if found guilty. To obtain justice in these circumstances, you need an experienced Houston assault defense attorney on your side. Your attorney will be able to […]

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Should I Accept a Plea Agreement for an Assault Charge in Houston?

March 6, 2019

Should I Accept a Plea Agreement for an Assault Charge in Houston?

In a lot of assault cases in Houston, it’s not unusual for the prosecutor to offer the defendant a lighter sentence or a lesser charge in exchange for a plea of guilty or no contest. This is what is called a plea bargain or plea agreement. Being charged with assault in Houston is a serious […]

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What Is A Mistrial And How Could It Affect Your Houston Assault Case?

February 20, 2019

What Is A Mistrial And How Does It Affect Your Houston Assault Case?

When you are on trial in Houston for a crime like assault, it’s important to be represented by an experienced criminal defense attorney who will ensure your rights are protected. In many instances, mistakes are made during the trial process that can have an enormous impact on the outcome of your case. You’ll want someone […]

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How Much Jail Time Will You Serve for an Assault Conviction in Harris County?

January 28, 2019

How Much Jail Time Will You Serve for an Assault Conviction in Harris County?

If you’ve been charged with assault in Harris County, you could be facing a jail sentence or thousands of dollars in fines. However, how much time you are sentenced to and how much time you actually serve for an assault conviction usually depends on a number of factors, such as the severity of the crime […]

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Three Strikes in Texas and You Could Spend the Rest of Your Life in Prison

January 11, 2019

Three Strikes in Texas and You Could Spend the Rest of Your Life in Prison

“Three strike laws” have been implemented in many states, including Texas, in an effort to keep habitual offenders away from the general public and reduce violent crimes. If you have two 3rd degree felony convictions in Texas and are arrested for a third, you will be facing stiffer sentencing penalties if you are found guilty […]

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