Assault & Domestic Violence

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·  A person commits an offense if he intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causes bodily injury to another, including his spouse.

·  A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly threatens another with imminent bodily injury, including his spouse.

·  A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly causes physical contact with another when he knows that the victim will regard the contact offensive or provocative.

·  Second Degree Felony Aggravated Assault – A person commits an offense if he Intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing serious bodily injury to another, or by using or exhibiting a deadly weapon in the commission of the assault, or threatening another with bodily injury punishable by up to 20 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

·  First Degree Felony Assault – An aggravated assault committed against a public official, security guard, informant, or witness to a crime, punishable by 5-99 years or life imprisonment and a $10,000 fine.

This offense involves an assault against any person with whom the accused has or had a close relationship such as a current or former spouse, a parent, children, a romantic partner, or anyone residing in the same household.

Domestic violence can be charged as a Class A misdemeanor, however, if the accused has prior convictions, third-degree felony charges may apply. If the act involves using or exhibiting a deadly weapon, the crime is considered aggravated assault, a second-degree felony.

Commonly referred to as rape, sexual assault is defined as any nonconsensual, or unwanted sexual contact against another person involving penetration. Consent is lacking when physical force, threats of violence, coercion, or manipulation is used against the victim. Sexual assault can be charged as a second-degree felony unless the charge is elevated to aggravated assault, a first-degree felony.

A driver who causes bodily harm to another while intoxicated will be charged with intoxication assault. The most serious drunk driving offense is intoxication manslaughter, which occurs when a drunk driver kills another person.

Depending on the circumstances, it may be possible to show that the alleged victim deliberately made a false accusation. We will also seek to uncover inconsistencies between the accuser’s claims and police records and witness accounts. Finally, we may be able to show that the state failed to prove that you acted intentionally, knowingly or recklessly.

I possess the knowledge and skills that are necessary to successfully defend assault and domestic violence charges. Remember, you are innocent unless the government can prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. I will thoroughly investigate the facts and research the law to win an acquittal. I will fight to secure your freedom and restore your reputation. If you have been charged with an assault or domestic violence crime, please call me at 512.547.0531 and I will be happy to meet with you and evaluate your case.