El Paso Aggravated Assault Lawyers
You went out, things got heated, an altercation broke out and before you knew it, things escalated. Under the Texas Penal Code, a simple fight instantly crosses the line into aggravated assault if it causes “serious bodily injury” or involves a deadly weapon.
At Rosales Law Firm, our El Paso aggravated assault lawyers have more than 50 years of combined experience defending clients against assault allegations, including assault with a deadly weapon and other criminal charges. We are committed to helping you avoid the consequences of a conviction and keep this charge off your criminal record.
Contact us today online or by calling us at 915-219-5516. Our criminal defense attorneys represent clients throughout El Paso and surrounding areas, including military members stationed at Fort Bliss (our representation is strictly for off-base charges only).
Defending Against Felony “Serious Bodily Injury” Charges
Texas law defines serious bodily injury as harm that creates a substantial risk of death, causes permanent disfigurement, or protracted loss of any bodily member or organ. We are talking about severe outcomes like:
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Permanent scarring
- Any injury requiring immediate hospitalization
The hard truth is that causing serious bodily injury elevates a simple fight to a second-degree felony under Texas law. The stakes could not be higher: a conviction carries severe prison sentences of 2 to 20 years in state prison and up to $10,000 in fines.
Beyond prison time, this charge can permanently ruin your civilian career, and for off-base military personnel, it frequently results in administrative separation, loss of security clearance and a ruined military future.
There are many possible defenses to an assault charge. In some cases, a person accused of assault may have been acting in self-defense. In other cases, the alleged act may have been the result of post-traumatic stress disorder, medication reactions or other factors.
Former Prosecutors Fighting For Your Freedom
Our lawyers are former prosecutors, which allows them to anticipate and counter strategies the prosecution may use against you. They have successfully handled severe, major violent crime cases from both sides of the aisle. Because of their deep El Paso roots and time spent working for the state, they know exactly how the El Paso District Attorney will use medical records, hospital logs and conflicting witness statements against you.
As formidable trial lawyers, we build an aggressive strategy based on how prosecutors actually think. We will aggressively pursue the most favorable outcome in your case, whether it be dismissal of charges, reduced charges or acquittal by jury.
Contact Us Today To Start Building Your Defense
If you have been charged with aggravated assault in El Paso, off-base in Fort Bliss or anywhere in Texas, our El Paso aggravated assault lawyers are here to help. Contact our office today to discuss your case. We are available during regular business hours and by appointment at other times. You can reach us by phone at 915-219-5516 or by filling out this online contact form. We accept all major credit cards for your convenience.
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