If you were arrested for assault, your finances, freedom, and future are on the line. You don’t want to take any chances when it comes to your well-being. Rather than fight the criminal defense system alone, you could benefit from partnering with an attorney.
A University Park assault lawyer with the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg can explain your charges and legal options. Our criminal defense firm can protect you and your rights as we help you navigate the legal system. We aim to secure a “not guilty” verdict, so you can move on with your life.
How Can Our University Park Assault Lawyers Advocate for You?
Assault is a serious charge that comes with equally serious consequences. If you were arrested, you could face steep fines, jail or prison time, and a criminal record that could affect your employment and other opportunities. With so much to lose, it is vital that you understand your legal options and safeguard your future.
As soon as you reach out to the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, our University Park assault lawyers can get to work defending you. We can:
- Help you get released on bail or argue to have your bail reduced
- Negotiate a plea bargain or a dismissal of your charges
- Collect and analyze evidence, including physical data, witnesses’ statements, and video footage of the supposed incident in question
- Ensure authorities honor your legal rights and conduct a thorough investigation
- Determine the laws that apply to your case and help you understand the criminal court process
- Answer your questions, address your concerns, and provide you with frequent and timely case updates
- Represent you through every step of your case, from your arrest to your appeal (if necessary)
We Have an Experienced and Successful Criminal Defense Team
Our firm’s managing partner, Attorney Randall B. Isenberg, has more than 30 years of criminal law experience he can bring to your assault defense. His past as a prosecutor and criminal court judge gives him and his team unique insight into every aspect of your case.
Attorney Isenberg is board certified in criminal defense by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and a Certified Criminal Defense Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. His firm has helped clients across Texas regain control of their lives after an arrest. Our assault case results include numerous dismissed cases, diminished charges, and deferred sentences.
We Can Employ These Defenses in Your University Park Assault Case
Our University Park assault lawyers will thoroughly investigate your assault case and build the most robust defense possible based on the evidence. In protection of your rights, we can assert that:
You Acted in Defense of Yourself or Another Person
You have the right to defend yourself or others from harm. Our attorneys may craft a case based on this right if you acted because:
- You or another person were under threat of unlawful force or physical harm.
- You had a real and honest belief or fear that you or another person were under threat.
- The threat was not based on any harm or provocation on your part.
- You could not reasonably retreat or escape the situation.
You Were Defending Your Property
You can use force in defense of your property. Under Texas’s “Stand Your Ground” doctrine (Texas Penal Code § 9.31), force is lawful if you have a reason to believe a person is attempting to enter (or to remove you, someone else, or your property from) your home, vehicle, or workplace.
There Isn’t Enough Evidence to Support a Conviction
In a criminal case, the burden of proof is with the prosecution. This means the state must show beyond a reasonable doubt that you are guilty of assault. Our lawyers will look for ways to challenge the opposing party’s case. For example, we may introduce an alibi to prove you could not have been present to commit the alleged assault.
Law Enforcement Violated Your Rights
Law enforcement officials and prosecutors have laws they must follow when investigating and trying a case. If they failed to follow the laws, it could be grounds for dismissal of your assault charges. For example, we may argue that the police searched you without a warrant, did not read your Miranda Rights, or did not maintain the proper chain of custody with evidence.
Our University Park Lawyers Protect You From These Penalties
Texas Penal Code Chapter 22 defines assault as “intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly” causing or threatening bodily harm to another person.
The penalties for assault vary based on the severity of the crime and are as follows:
- Class C misdemeanor – Up to $500 in fines
- Class B misdemeanor – Up to $2,000 in fines and/or 180 days in jail
- Class A misdemeanor – Up to $4,000 in fines and/or 1 year in jail
- Third-degree felony – Up to $10,000 in fines and up to 10 years in prison
- Second-degree felony – Up to $10,000 in fines and/or 2 to 20 years in prison
- First-degree felony – Up to $10,000 in fines and/or 5 to life in prison
Our firm can tell you more about the charges against you and how they may affect you now and in the future.
Contact the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg for Help With Your Assault Case
Everyone is innocent until proven guilty, and everyone has the right to a strong defense. If you face criminal assault charges, the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg can be your voice. Our experienced defense attorneys serving University Park can ensure you receive fair treatment as you navigate the court system. We will fight to protect you and minimize the impact of your arrest on your life.
To learn more about working with our University Park, TX, assault lawyers, contact us today for a free consultation. A team member is available 24/7 to connect you with an attorney near you. Se habla Español.
