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Jul 24, 2023
Assault with a Deadly Weapon

A person could be charged with aggravated assault in Texas if they commit an assault using a deadly weapon – or if they commit an assault that results in serious bodily injury to another person. Pursuant to the Texas statute,...

Jul 24, 2023
Class C Misdemeanors: A Comprehensive Guide

The State of Texas divides criminal offenses into felonies and misdemeanors, with felonies being the more serious charges. Although Class C misdemeanors are less-serious criminal offenses, they can still garner penalties if you...

Jul 4, 2023
What is Aggravated Sexual Assault?

Aggravated sexual assault is one of the most serious criminal offenses that a person could face in Texas. If you ultimately incur a conviction on an aggravated sexual assault charge, you will most likely be looking at extremely...

May 31, 2023
Family Violence: Assault Causing Bodily Injury

The state assault law found under Texas Penal Code § 22.01 states that a person commits an assault when they:  Intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly cause bodily injury to another person, including their spouse Inte...

May 16, 2023
What is the Difference Between Assault and Battery?

Assault and battery are two terms that many people use synonymously, but the truth is that these are actually separate legal terms. The common law definition of assault and battery is that an assault occurs when a person intent...

May 16, 2023
Assault and Battery in Texas

In 2021, there were 307.8 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 people in Texas. This was a 2.6% increase from 2020. Whether you have been charged with simple assault or aggravated assault, you need legal representation yo...

May 10, 2023
Is Threatening Someone Illegal?

Criminal laws vary by state, and Texas law makes it illegal to make criminal threats against others. Even if you make a verbal threat as a joke or never intend to act on your words, you can end up facing criminal charges of “...

Mar 28, 2023
Types of Crimes

The Texas Penal Code sets out many different types of criminal conduct for which people can face harsh penalties. Some people might think they can handle seemingly minor criminal cases on their own, but this is never wise. If y...

Nov 3, 2022
What are the penalties for assault in Texas?

You got into a verbal altercation with someone, and things escalated. Now, you’re facing assault charges – and your mind has naturally turned to what happens if you’re convicted. That depends a lot on the exact charges...

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