Tarrant County Assault Criminal Defense Attorney
Experienced Assault Criminal Defense in Tarrant County and the Dallas – Fort Worth Area
Chapter 22 of the Texas Penal Code details assaultive offenses. Section 22.01 Assault of the Texas Penal Code specifically lists a variety of prohibited conduct generally referred to as assault, such as, simple assault, assault causing bodily injury, assault against a public servant, and assault impeding breath or circulation. Due to the violent classification of assaultive offenses, you need a great criminal defense lawyer to defend you, your rights, and your freedom. The dedicated Tarrant County Criminal Defense Attorneys with The Law Office of David Sloane are ready to fight for you!
Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Texas Penal Code § 22.01(a)(1) Assault
Pursuant to Texas Penal Code § 22.01(a), a person commits Assault Causing Bodily Injury if the person intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another, including the person’s spouse.
Bodily injury is defined under Texas Penal Code § 1.07(a)(8) as physical pain, illness, or any impairment of physical condition.
Assault Causing Bodily Injury is a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable up to one year in the county jail and a fine up to $4,000. To learn more, visit Tarrant County Misdemeanor Criminal Defense Attorney.
Simple Assault – Texas Penal Code § 22.01(a)(2), (3) Assault
Under Texas Penal Code §§ 22.01(2), (3) a person commits simple assault if the person: (2) intentionally or knowingly threatens another with imminent bodily injury, including the person’s spouse; or (3) 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 proactive.
Typically, Simple Assault is a Class C Misdemeanor, punishable up to a $500 fine; however, under special circumstances, it may be enhanced. Simple Assault is enhanced to a Class B Misdemeanor if the offense is committed against an active sports participant or in retaliation for their performance. Simple Assault is enhanced to a Class A Misdemeanor if the offense is committed against an elderly or disable person, or a pregnant person to force the person to have an abortion.
What is a Family Violence Finding?
An affirmative Family Violence Finding, often referred to as domestic violence, occurs when the assault was committed against a family member, household member, or current/ previous intimate partner.
An affirmative Family Violence Finding has devastating lifelong consequences, such as loss of second amendment rights to own, possesses, or purchase firearms, future exposure to possible criminal punishment enhancements, and unique impacts on probation eligibility and conditions.
Assault and Battery vs Assault – What is the Difference in Texas?
Although commonly used together or interchangeably, there is an important distinction between Assault and Battery under Texas criminal law – Battery is technically not a criminal offense.
Under common law (think medieval England), Assault and Battery were two different criminal offenses. Common law assault occurred when a person placed another in apprehension of imminent harmful or offensive contact; whereas, common law battery occurred when a person caused harmful of offensive contact.
Under Texas criminal law, Assault and Battery have been combined under Texas Penal Code § 22.01 – Assault.
So, although battery is not a criminal offense under Texas criminal law, the conduct common law battery prohibited is still outlawed under the Texas assault statute. Therefore, we refer to Assault and Battery, as Assault under Texas criminal law.
Our Settlements & Verdicts
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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Case Dismissed Assault Bodily Injury - Family Member
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Reduced Under 12.44 Motion to Adjudicate - Possession of Methamphetamine Under 1 Gram and Possession of Methamphetamine 1-4 Grams
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Case Dismissed Resisting Arrest
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Reduced Under 12.44 Motion to Adjudicate - Violation of Bond 2+ Times within 12 months, Publication of Intimate Visual Material, and Driving While Intoxicated
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Reduced to Class C Non-Reporting Probation Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)
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"Words can’t express the gratitude and appreciation I have for him. He’s on your side every step of the way!"Mr. Sloane and his office are definitely the right lawyers to choose to expect the best outcome of your case. He more than just helped me get through mine, he literally saved my family and I . I made a mistake as we all do, but this was a felony and he did everything in his power to keep me from going to prison and or lengthy probation. It was the best investment I made cause it paid off with minimal penalty. Words can’t express the gratitude and appreciation I have for him. He’s on your side every step of the way!- Derek
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"David Sloane is hands down the best in the area. I couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable, confident, friendly and charming person even if I tried."David Sloane is hands down the best in the area. I couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable, confident, friendly and charming person even if I tried. He is a 100% genuine person who truly cares about the outcome and well-being of his clients and I would recommend him for any kind of criminal law case.- Jackie
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"A lifesaver!"A lifesaver! He knows his stuff- Sam
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"David Sloane is the most professional, friendly, informed lawyer I have ever had the privilege of hiring as my legal council!"David Sloane is the most professional, friendly, informed lawyer I have ever had the privilege of hiring as my legal council! He knows the law inside and out, and will bend over backwards to help his clients. I cannot recommend him enough! He has worked miracles for me, and made it seem effortless! I will always come to David with my legal concerns, recommending him STRONGLY to all my friends and family!- Erich
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"He's always been very efficient at what he does and I feel safest working with him. His work ethic is outstanding"David was able to save me a lot of hassle and money plus a case that if I handled myself. Would have been a nightmare brought to life turned into a cakewalk! He's always been very efficient at what he does and I feel safest working with him. His work ethic is outstanding and somewhat rare. David has supported me on 3 different cases.- Daniel
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"He is knowledgeable, fun, outgoing, and a pleasure to work with. Thank you so much David for your positive attitude, charisma, and wealth of experience."David Sloane is the only name you need to know if you find yourself in trouble. I was charged with possession of marijuana along with the other two people that were in the car with me. They were charged and given 12 months of probation, 80 hours of community service, a DOEP class, and a slew of other hoops to jump through. I had my case completely dismissed thanks to Mr. Sloane's hard work and dedication to his clients. Not to mention he drove 6 hours and made an overnight trip to represent me in Hale County. He is knowledgeable, fun, outgoing, and a pleasure to work with. Thank you so much David, your positive attitude, charisma, and wealth of experience have made this whole process so much more bearable.- Erich
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"Mind blown."I couldn’t believe what he did for me when it was happening. I was not expecting that he would get my entire case DROPPED. I was expecting a felony on my name, but I left court a free man. He is well worth the cost. Thank you! Nobody else could have done what you have.- Ngeune P.
