In Texas, being served with a protective order in a domestic violence dispute can have a lot of serious ramifications beyond just being ordered to stay away from a specific person or persons. The protective order’s restrictions could have a serious impact on your life and put you in real danger of legal trouble if […]
Common Misconceptions About Assault Family Violence Cases
If you’ve been charged with assault family violence in Houston, the best thing you can do is speak to an experienced attorney as soon as possible. There are many common misconceptions about domestic violence cases, and the fundamental misunderstanding of how these cases work can quickly ruin the lives of innocent people who have gotten caught […]
Can I Return Home After a Domestic Violence Charge?
In 2014, there were over 185,000 family violence incidents reported in Texas. But a domestic violence charge is not always black and white, and can be incredibly complicated. It is not uncommon for false claims to be made out of anger or spite, and with a “zero tolerance” approach to domestic violence in Texas, these […]
Will I Go To Jail For Domestic Violence Charges?
Texas law approaches domestic violence with a very serious tone. Will a domestic violence charge lead to jail time? The short answer is yes – if there is any evidence, credible or not, of bodily injury then the alleged offender will be arrested and booked. Understanding the steps that lead to domestic violence charges in […]
Can a Victim Drop Charges for Assault on Family Member in Houston?
Both the defendant and alleged victim involved in an assault on family member charge may ask the same question: “Can a victim drop charges for assault on family member?” The answer is dependent on a number of circumstances: The alleged act of assault Existence of injuries Defendant’s criminal history Household history of assault on family […]
