Texas Assault Defense Attorneys

If you have been charged with assault, you need to hire an experienced attorney to defend you. Assault charges are taken very seriously in the State of Texas, and can result in lengthy prison sentences and costly fines. The attorneys at Ross|Hurd, PLLC, are skilled defense attorneys experienced in handling all types of assault cases. A boutique law firm, we are capable of delivering the personalized attention you need to ensure your case is handled properly from beginning to end.

Penalties for Assault in Texas

Assault is a crime that does not require physical contact between the accused and the alleged victim. All that is needed for an assault charge to be filed is for someone to have a reasonable fear of bodily injury. In Texas, assaults can be charged as either misdemeanors or felonies. The circumstances of the crime determine the charge as follows:

Simple assault—Assault that causes minor injury. Charged as a Class A misdemeanor and punishable by up to a year in jail and up to a $4,000 fine.
Third-degree felony assault—Assault involving domestic relationships, public servants, government contractors, security guards or emergency workers. This charge is punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.
Second-degree aggravated assault—Assault with a weapon and/or causing serious bodily injury. Punishable by 2 to 20 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.
First-degree aggravated assault—Assault with a weapon that involves a domestic relationship, public official, security guard, witness to a crime or an informant. Punishable by 5 years to life in prison.

At Ross|Hurd, PLLC, we analyze your case closely to determine the best possible defense. We are experienced in arguing factual defenses as well as affirmative defenses such as self-defense claims, mutual combat and property defense. Our attorneys work together to devise the most effective defense for our clients. If you have been charged with assault, contact us schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.