Defending You Against Assault Charges
If you have been charged with aggravated assault, you may be confused, wondering what you supposedly did to deserve such an accusation and what "aggravated" means. This is a serious criminal charge, but with the help of an experienced defense attorney, you may be able to successfully fight it.
At The Law Firm of John H. Read II, P.C., we have represented countless clients on aggravated assault charges. Contact us at our offices in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, to schedule a free initial consultation about your case.
A Crime in the Eyes of the Beholder
Legally, a criminal assault is committed when one person causes another to fear bodily harm. Assault becomes aggravated — a felony offense with greater penalties — when it causes the victim to fear serious bodily injury or death, or when it actually causes one of those outcomes.
Common circumstances that lead to aggravated assault charges in Texas include:
- Family and domestic violence
- Barroom fights
- Gang fights
Much of the factual analysis of an aggravated assault case is in the eyes of the alleged victim. For instance, if you didn't have a weapon, but the other person believed you had one and were prepared to cause serious bodily injury with it, the fact that you didn't actually have a weapon is less important than what the other person perceived.
We have handled many aggravated assault cases and understand how to make your case. Contact us to get skilled legal assistance with your charges.
Sorting Out Who Did What in a FightMany criminal charges for aggravated assault stem from fights involving two or more people. Often, if one person "lost" the fight, the other person is charged with aggravated assault. But that may not be the person who instigated or escalated the fight. The legal standards for who, if anyone, is guilty of aggravated assault in a fight situation are complex, but our lawyers will make sure your side of the story is told. |
