According to Texas Penal Code § 22.01, assault is intentionally or recklessly injuring or threatening to injure another person. That can include a spouse. Assault in Texas usually constitutes a misdemeanor if committed against anyone designated as a “family member” or if the assault constitutes “family violence.” However, if this is a second offense or …
If you face assault charges, they can lead to a conviction involving jail time, fines, and a criminal record. Can an assault case get dismissed? Possibly. Should you consult a criminal defense lawyer? That’s definitely a good option if you are arrested and/or if your assault case involves: A lack of sufficient evidence Police screwing …
It is possible to define assault based upon legal criteria—in fact, knowing and proving these criteria will be the job of the prosecutor if you are charged with assault. According to Texas Penal Code Section 22.01, the three legal types of assault are: Intentionally causing bodily injury to another person, including a spouse; Intentionally threatening …
Getting in someone’s face can be considered assault in certain situations. Texas Penal Code § 22.01 defines assault as intentionally or knowingly threatening to cause imminent bodily injury to another person. In short, if getting in someone’s face involves threatening them with imminent bodily injury, it might be considered assault, which the state classifies as …
