Austin Assault Charges
Assault is probably the most common “crime of passion” that can exist. It covers everything from physical harm to threats, and those are most likely to happen when emotions are high and judgments are inhibited. But an assault charge does not mean you’re guilty; it’s up to the courts, and you get a powerful advantage in court – you get us.
At Adamo & Adamo Law Firm, we’re dedicated criminal defense attorneys. As your assault attorney for charges in Austin, we take immediate action to defend your name and fight your charges. We’ve developed a reputation for talented criminal defense, and that comes from three places: knowledge of Texas law, experience in court and dependable service to you.
Our Assault Lawyers’ Knowledge Of Texas Law Is Extensive
Assault is a charge that often goes hand in hand with diminished capacity from alcohol or drug use. Nights out in Austin’s vibrant club and bar scene are often marred by violence. But, as we mentioned above, an assault charge after a messy night out is not a conviction. It is not definite.
Texas defines assault as actions meant to harm another or cause that person to fear harm, and can include:
- Simple assault: This involves intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing bodily injury to another person, threatening someone with imminent bodily injury, or making physical contact that the offender knows or should reasonably believe the other person will find offensive.
- Aggravated assault: This is a more serious form of assault that involves causing serious bodily injury to another person, or using or exhibiting a deadly weapon during the commission of the assault.
- Assault on a public servant: Assaulting a public servant, such as a police officer or firefighter, while they are performing their official duties can lead to enhanced charges and penalties.
Assault can also cover domestic violence and sex crimes as well. Assault may have the most variation in sentencing of any charge and can range in consequences from a Class A misdemeanor, a penalty of $4000 and up to one year in prison, to a first-degree felony, with potential prison time of up to 99 years.
The Difference Of Experience In The Courtroom
We are what stands between our clients, and the short- and long-term consequences of an assault charge. Our defense starts with our first conversation with you, where we find out the unique details of your case and the circumstances of the charges.
From there, we:
- Educate you: We utilize our knowledge of the law to explain all of the charges against you and how they change because of circumstances such as weapon use or possession.
- Advocate for you: We become your voice in discussions with police and prosecutors. We make sure that your constitutional rights are respected fully under the law.
- Defend you: We bring to bear the full weight of our experience in the courtrooms of Austin to defend you. No witness goes unchallenged. No evidence goes unexamined.
You are innocent until proven guilty. That is the promise of the justice system, and we force the prosecution to be perfect in pursuing you. They must make no mistakes in collecting, analyzing or presenting the evidence, and any fault they make is one we will bring to the focus of the judge and jury.
Reasonable doubt is the highest standard of proof that exists. And our work is focused entirely on creating cracks in the case against you and showing that the prosecution’s “theory of the crime” is lacking.
We Defend You Against Assault Charges The Way You Deserve
Our clients facing assault charges often experience terrible treatment by police, prosecutors and the community. They’re put in jails and have their rights trampled on with overzealous investigations. But you aren’t a criminal. You’ve been charged with a crime. You still deserve respect and a strong defense.
We will build your defense on many factors, including:
- Self-defense or defense of others: Using force to defend yourself or others.
- Consent: If you and the other individual were engaged in “mutual combat” – a bar fight or fistfight that you both chose to have.
- Lack of intent: Intent to harm or cause fear is a key component of an assault charge.
- Mistaken identity: Many people are accused of a crime based on police lineups and descriptions, but those can be easily mistaken.
When you are under arrest for a charge and you had nothing to do with it, it often feels like your alibi doesn’t matter. But the truth matters, and we’ll fight to make sure your truth and your voice are heard.
Remain Silent And Call Us
When police arrest you, they explain that you have the right to remain silent. You should absolutely use that right. Tell the arresting officers you exercise your right to remain silent and then call us. We’ll get to work immediately on your defense and help you control your future as much as possible. Call us at 713-237-8380 or send an email using this form.