Violent Crime Defense Attorneys Serving Clients Across Texas
Violent crimes are some of the most serious offenses that a person can commit. The implications that a conviction of this caliber can have on someone’s life are about as serious as they can get. If you or your loved one has been arrested on charges related to a violent crime, you need a legal team with the knowledge, skill, and experience to effectively represent your interests. With so much of an accused party’s future on the line, strong legal representation is imperative. Our law firm has represented people who are charged with violent crimes for over 20 years and has worked hard to receive reduced sentences, prevent wrongful convictions and have charges dropped altogether. For quality legal representation when it matters most, contact our office today.
Our Significant Experience
Many offenses can be considered violent crimes. Anyone who is arrested for a violent crime is facing some of the most serious consequences the courts will impose on a person. Some of the violent crimes that our firm has significant experience handling include the following:
- Simple or aggravated assault
- Murder or manslaughter
- Sexual assault
- Kidnapping
- Armed robbery
Violent Crime Consequences
If you or a loved one has been charged with a violent crime, it is important to be aware of the possible consequences associated with that crime. Some of the most serious offenses can result in life in prison or even the death penalty. With so much at stake, quality legal representation is essential. Some of the consequences of violent crimes in Texas include the following:
Manslaughter: Manslaughter is different from homicide because there is no premeditation to committing the crime. Texas considers both intoxication manslaughter and vehicular manslaughter. In Texas, this crime is a second-degree felony and can result in 2-20 years of imprisonment and a maximum fine of $10,000.
Murder: This is the most serious crime that a person can commit. Texas refers to murder in the first degree as capital murder, which can result in the death penalty or life in prison without parole. If the defendant is incapacitated by mental disability, they can avoid the death penalty. Second-degree murder is reserved for those who commit a crime in the “heat of passion,” and can face between 2 and 20 years of imprisonment and a maximum fine of $10,000.
Aggravated Assault: Aggravated assault in Texas is a serious crime that involves the serious injury of the victim or the use of a weapon during an assault. Depending on circumstances that surround the incident, this can result in a first or second-degree felony.
Armed Robbery: Robberies are serious crimes in the state of Texas. When a weapon is involved in committing the act, a robbery can be upgraded to an armed robbery. This can result in a first-degree felony, which comes with 5 to 99 years in state prison and a maximum fine of $10,000.
Contact Our Violent Crimes Attorneys
If you or a loved one has been charged with a violent crime in the state of Texas, you need to be aware of the serious penalties that you may face. With so much at stake, experience matters. Our firm has over 20 years of experience defending those who have been charged with a crime in Texas. Contact our office today to learn how we can assist you.