Attorney Randall Isenberg and the rest of the criminal defense team from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg can protect your rights if you face charges of domestic violence in Irving, Texas. You do not have to go through the process of defending yourself alone.
When our team takes on your case, we will defend your reputation and your freedom. One of our team members will review your case for free and help you understand your legal options to fight any charges you may face. We take calls any time, day or night.
Our Criminal Defense Team can protect You from Domestic Violence Allegations
Attorney Randall Isenberg knows how to navigate the criminal justice system, building strong cases and aggressively defending his clients. He knows how prosecutors are likely to approach cases involving violent crimes and domestic threats. He can get into the prosecution’s mind and figure out how they likely will handle your case. This is possible because he is a former Senior Chief Felony Prosecutor and State District Trial Judge.
Before dedicating his career to criminal defense, Randall investigated and prosecuted cases for the state of Texas. Now, he uses his experience and insight to defend those accused of serious crimes with the help of his staff at the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg.
Hear what it’s like to work with Us from Our Past Clients
The best way to prove our firm’s level of professionalism and compassion when handling cases is to show our track record. Below are Google reviews left by clients we’ve defended in the past:
- From Brandon Stewart: “Randy is the real deal. On a bogus case, my previous attorney told me I didn’t have any option other than accepting whatever the court offered me. That seemed ridiculous to me on a case that had no merit, so I contacted Randy. He and his team had the case dismissed almost immediately. He’s a true professional and an asset to the legal community.”
- From John Borders: “Straight talk. Real go getter. Master negotiator. Mr. Isenberg and his Associates handled my difficult case with the utmost professionalism in a more than reasonable amount of time.”
We aim to offer you the same experience when we take on your domestic Irving domestic violence case.
Review the Results of our previous Domestic Violence Cases
Our firm has successfully defended many clients in their domestic violence cases in the past. In 2020 alone, we were able to:
- Get 7 domestic violence charges dismissed
- Negotiate conditional dismissals in 5 domestic violence cases
- Reduce 2 domestic violence charges to Class C
- Secure deferred probation in 4 domestic violence cases
As your defense team, we will fight hard for the best possible outcome based on the circumstances of your case.
Understanding Domestic Violence offenses under Texas Law
By their very nature, domestic violence offenses involve family members, housemates, and intimate partners. This could include:
- A current or former spouse
- A child
- A co-parent
- Someone related by blood or marriage
- Previous romantic partners
Under Texas law, there are three charges you could face following a domestic or family violence arrest:
Domestic Assault
Domestic assault occurs when one person:
- Causes bodily harm to another
- Threatens another with bodily harm
- Causes “provocative or offensive” physical contact
In most cases, unless there is a history of domestic violence, the prosecutors will charge domestic assault as a Class A misdemeanor. With a history of similar problems, the charge often becomes elevated to a third-degree felony.
Aggravated Domestic Assault
Aggravated domestic assault occurs when someone:
- Causes serious bodily harm to another
- Uses a deadly weapon during an assault
- Threatens the victims with bodily harm while possessing a deadly weapon
When the victim suffers serious injuries due to the use of a weapon, the accused will likely face first-degree felony charges. Other aggravated domestic assaults generally call for second-degree felony charges.
Continued Violence against the Family
Someone can face third-degree felony charges for continuous violence against the family if they have been previously convicted of a domestic violence offense.
Potential Sentencing for Domestic Violence Crimes in Irving, Texas
Depending on the charges against you and the strength of the prosecutor’s case, you could face serious consequences if convicted of a domestic violence offense. The most minor of these crimes, a Class C misdemeanor, can result in up to $500 in fines. For a Class A misdemeanor, you can expect up to a year in jail and $4,000 in fines. For felony crimes, you can expect the following:
- Third-degree felony – 2 to 10 years behind bars and a $10,000 fine
- Second-degree felony – 2 to 20 years in prison and a $10,000 fine
- First-degree felony – 5 to 99 years behind bars and a $10,000 fine
Other Consequences of a Domestic Violence Conviction in Irving
Getting convicted of domestic violence can have penalties beyond jail time and fines. It can also affect your personal and professional life going forward. With a conviction on your record, you may experience difficulties with:
- Maintaining your current job
- Getting hired at a new job
- Pursuing higher education
- Seeing or maintaining custody of your children
Depending on the nature of your conviction, you could also lose the right to vote or obtain certain state licenses. Our team wants to build a defense that protects you from such consequences.
Popular defense strategies in Texas Domestic Violence Cases
If you face charges of a domestic violence crime in Irving, TX, we understand how damaging this can be to your reputation and how stressful it can be to face these serious allegations. Our team is ready to go to work in your defense.
When you ask us to take on your case, we will discuss the circumstances that led to your arrest. If necessary, we will launch an investigation to ensure we get an accurate picture of what happened. Using the facts of your case, a domestic violence lawyer from our team can determine your best options and implement a plan to seek the most favorable outcome. Depending on the specific details of your case, this may include:
- Confirming your alibi or working to identify a witness who can testify on your behalf
- Proving the police violated your rights and getting key evidence barred from the courtroom
- Negotiating a plea deal that reduces the charges you face so that your sentence gets reduced
- Taking your case to trial and presenting evidence to support a “not guilty” verdict
- Working with the judge to negotiate a probated sentence
We will do our best to have your charges dismissed or reduced. Our goal is to limit the lasting consequences this situation has on your future.
Get help from a Domestic Violence Lawyer in Irving, TX, today
If you face accusations of a domestic violence offense, you do not have to try to fight these potentially serious charges on your own. This type of conviction can damage your reputation and even force you to spend significant time behind bars. Let Randall Isenberg and the team from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg review your case and help you understand your options today.
From the time of your arrest through trial and sentencing, our team can stand by your side, protecting your best interests and fighting for your rights. Call us today at (214) 696-9253 to learn more about what we can do to help you.