Austin Assault and Battery Charges

Facing assault and battery charges is a terrifying situation, and the consequences of such charges can affect the entire course of your life. With the right Austin assault and battery charges lawyer on your side, however, you don’t have to face this process on your own.

At Rountree Law Firm, we take these cases seriously. Whether you’ve been charged with domestic assault arising from a misunderstanding at your Dessau home or an incident in Hyde Park, we are here to fight for you.

Why Choose to Work With Rountree Law Firm?

For over a decade, attorney Andrew Rountree sat on the other side of the courtroom, prosecuting criminal cases. When he realized his experience and compassion were needed by those facing criminal charges, he turned his attention to defense and now works for the men, women, and children across the state of Texas. He knows this is a scary time for you and your loved ones and wants to do everything in his power to come alongside you and protect your rights and interests.

Types of Assault Cases We Handle in Austin

Many individuals are under the assumption that assault and battery charges are one in the same. They’re not. Under state law, these actually operate as two separate charges. According to state law, assault is defined as:

• Recklessly, intentionally, or knowingly causing another person to suffer bodily harm, including the defendant’s spouse
• Knowingly or intentionally threatening another individual with bodily injury, including the defendant’s spouse
• Knowingly or intentionally causing any kind of physical contact with another individual when that defendant knows or should believe, in reasonable terms, that the alleged victim will see that physical contact as offensive or provocative.

There are various kinds of assault charges we handle in Austin. The most common assault cases we deal with include:

• Class C simple assault. This form of assault takes place when physical contact with another individual occurs, and the victim finds that contact to be offensive or provocative. Even if the alleged victim does not suffer any visible injuries, you can still face simple assault charges if the victim felt offended or threatened by any form of physical contact.
• Misdemeanor assault. This charge can arise when a defendant allegedly causes bodily injury to another. Under Texas law, bodily injury is defined as any form of physical pain. For example, if you have allegedly shoved another individual, you could face misdemeanor assault charges if they felt pain, even if they do not show any kind of bruising or other physical marks of injury.
• Aggravated assault. This form of assault takes place when the act of assault results in serious bodily injury or in cases where a deadly weapon has been used. This is typically charged as a second-degree felony in Texas, and you can face decades of prison time if convicted. Upon release from prison, you could also face a 30% unemployment rate.
• Family violence assault. Otherwise known as domestic violence, family violence assault involves assault against your family members, a current or former romantic partner, or other members of your household. Around one in every three Texans will experience some form of domestic violence in their lifetime, and Rountree Law Firm is here to keep your case from becoming just another statistic. These types of assault cases have very serious potential collateral consequences, including not being able to possess firearms for life and losing a job or professional license.

If you have been charged with any form of assault and battery, the team at Rountree Law Firm is here for you. Following your arrest, you have the right to remain silent and call an attorney. Exercise this right and call Andrew now.

Defense Strategies for Assault and Battery Charges

When you are arrested for assault and battery charges, you need an attorney who can begin working on your defense right away. There are several different avenues of defense that we can look at when determining which one might correctly fit the needs of your case. The most common defenses include:

• Acting in self-defense, in the defense of others, or in defense of your personal property, such as your home or vehicle
• Pleading insanity
• Proving that you were acting under duress or coercion
• Acting out of necessity
• Arguing that you had entered into mutual combat with the alleged victim

At Rountree Law Firm, we can review the circumstances of your case and uncover evidence to help us determine which defense strategy works properly against the charges you’re facing.

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Hire an Assault and Battery Lawyer Serving Austin Today

When you are facing assault and battery charges in Austin, look no further than defense attorney Andrew Rountree. Yes, facing criminal charges of any kind can be frightening, but when you hire an assault and battery lawyer who has both experience and skill, you can rest easy knowing you have the right legal team in your corner. Whatever your assault case might involve, we are here to help. Call 512-262-8080 today to learn more and schedule your initial consultation.