Prosecutors throughout Texas take violent crimes like assault seriously, and Sachse is no exception. If you are convicted on an assault charge, there is a high probability you will lose your freedom and pay monetary fines. You will also have a criminal record that follows you around for years afterward. That’s why it’s so important to have a Sachse assault lawyer who can fight for you.
The Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg has your back. Our criminal defense attorneys take cases with an unwavering commitment to building the best possible defense for our clients, no matter the charges. We are not a one-size-fits-all law firm. We handle criminal defense and only criminal defense. When your freedom and reputation are on the line, you deserve the best possible legal representation.
A Board-Certified Lawyer Can Work on Your Sachse Assault Case
You could have only one chance to win a criminal trial, so it makes sense to hire professional legal representation. Our managing partner Randall B. Isenberg understands the criminal law process and has the experience to develop a strong criminal defense for you. Before founding this firm, Attorney Isenberg served as a senior chief felony prosecutor for the Dallas District Attorney’s Office and state district court judge.
He has over 30 years of legal experience fighting criminal cases and has attained board certification in criminal defense from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Your Sachse assault lawyer will have the benefit of Attorney Isenberg’s experience and our staff while we fight for an acquittal or dismissal in your case.
More importantly, our team has proven experience fighting and winning assault cases for our clients. We know how to build cases that raise reasonable doubt in the minds of jurors or motivate prosecutors to lower charges. We will do everything we can to achieve a positive outcome in your case.
What Is Assault in Sachse?
Texas’ legal definition of assault is broad, and the law specifies several different actions that could qualify as assault. Under Texas Penal Code § 22.01, a person who does any of the following can face an assault charge:
- Intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another, including the person’s spouse.
- Intentionally or knowingly threatens another with imminent bodily injury, including the person’s spouse.
- intentionally or knowingly causes physical contact with another when the person knows or should reasonably believe the other will regard the contact as offensive or provocative.
Pushing and shoving during an argument over a parking space or threatening “to kill” another person in the heat of the moment could result in assault charges. If you are in a situation involving these actions or facing a similar circumstance, you can talk to a criminal defense attorney to learn about your legal options and how a Sachse assault lawyer can represent you.
Penalties for Assault Convictions in Sachse
The most common types of assault that the Texas penal code outlines are frequently referred to as “simple” assault. Simple assault convictions are a Class A misdemeanor, which means anyone convicted of this crime faces the following penalties:
- Up to one year in jail
- A fine of up to $4,000
These penalties are severe enough, but simple assault can be enhanced and charged as a felony if a person meets certain criteria. Circumstances that could merit a felony assault charge include:
- Assault committed against a romantic partner or former romantic partner.
- Assault committed against a member of the defendant’s family.
- Assault committed against a member of the defendant’s household.
- Assault committed against a government employee who is on the job when the assault occurs.
Any of the above offenses are classified as third-degree felonies in Texas. A conviction for one of these felony assault charges carries the following penalties:
- Two to 10 years in prison
- A fine of up to $10,000
Possible Defenses in a Sachse Assault Case
One benefit of having a Sachse assault lawyer from our firm is they can review the assault charges in your case and the facts and evidence before developing your defense. If you didn’t commit the crime, and you are the victim of mistaken identity (which is possible), an attorney can draw upon evidence to show you weren’t at the scene of the crime or didn’t commit the offense you’re charged with, even if you were at the scene.
Our team will review police reports, interview witnesses, and attempt to locate evidence to prove your case. For example, maybe there was surveillance footage of the incident or one of the witnesses recorded it on their cellphone. If that evidence is available, we will do everything we can to bring it to trial.
There are also circumstances under which punching another person or making unwanted contact with them may not be illegal. You have a right to defend yourself (or your loved ones) from aggression, attack, or robbery. If that’s what you believe you were doing before your arrest, your lawyer could argue your case before a jury.
How a Sachse Assault Lawyer Can Protect Your Future
Even though simple assault is a misdemeanor, it’s not an offense you want on your record. That’s even more true when it comes to felony charges. If you’re convicted, the crime will become a permanent part of your future. Criminal records are available to the public. That means whenever you apply for a job, an apartment, or even a loan, an assault conviction will come up and reflect negatively on you.
You can even lose your Second Amendment rights after a felony assault conviction. Custody arrangements for your children are another area where an assault conviction could complicate matters considerably. These are all reasons why our Sachse assault lawyer will seek a positive result in your case.
Call the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg Today – Our Sachse Assault Lawyer Is Ready to Represent You
Facing an assault charge can seem like a nightmare, but it is very real. Who you choose as an attorney could affect your case’s outcome and, by extension, your future. That’s why the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg is committed to giving you the professional criminal defense you deserve.
You can protect your rights and interests, and we can help. Contact our office for a free case evaluation with a Sachse assault lawyer today to learn how we resolve your case.
