Assault

Athens Assault Lawyer

Contesting Assault Charges in Henderson County, Surrounding Counties & Across Northeast Texas

Have you been charged or arrested for assault or aggravated assault? If so, you should contact Athens criminal defense lawyer Nelson Knight as soon as possible. Assault and aggravated assault charges are serious and depending on the specific circumstances and severity of the charge, you could be facing heavy fines and possible jail or prison time if convicted.

Attorney Nelson Knight has successfully defended clients against a variety of criminal charges. As a former prosecutor, he fully understands what it takes to avoid a conviction and how the prosecution operates. We may be able to help you or someone you care about who has been charged if you are looking for a qualified Athens assault attorney.

Contact our Athens assault lawyer at (903) 459-8590 today for your free consultation.

What Are the Penalties for Assault?

By "assault" is meant any incident where an individual intentionally or recklessly threatens or causes bodily harm to another. It also includes intentional physical contact with another that is knowingly inappropriate or offensive.

Punishments for assault convictions depend in part on the specific nature of the offense:

Simple assault without injury carries up to $500 in fines
Simple assault resulting in minor injuries carries up to $4,000 in fines and up to 1 year in jail
Assault of a public servant or government official carries up to 10 years in prison and $10,000 in fines
Aggravated assault causes serious injury or involves a weapon and carries 2 to 20 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines

Is Throwing a Drink on Someone Considered Assault in Texas?

In Texas, throwing a drink at someone is considered assault in Texas. It is considered no different than spitting on someone.

Can Assault Charges be Dropped in Texas?

In Texas, assault charges can only be dropped by the prosecutor or they can also choose to not proceed to the court. The victim can not just randomly decide to drop the assault charges.

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Hear It From Our Clients

The best attorney! He is so kind, fast, straightforward, honest, and hard-working. His price is great! Mr. Knight, you just don't know how much I appreciate you and how much you've done for us! Handled everything in the same day.

- Prasyla
Amazing lawyer! He took care of my case and got me exactly what I needed in 24 hours. I had already consulted another two lawyers, and they both told me it wasn't possible. I guess they were wrong because Mr. Knight got it done!

- Olim D.
I violated my felony probation with a DWI. Mr. Knight answered all my calls and got me reinstated ASAP! Seemed like he knew the district attorney and judge pretty well. Definitely the type of guy you want on your side.

- Preston

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Contact an Athens Assault Attorney Today

You need an Athens assault lawyer on your side that knows what you are going through and is dedicated to helping clients beat serious criminal charges such as assault and aggravated assault.

Sometimes a person is accused of assault while acting in self-defense. You are legally allowed to defend yourself using a reasonable amount of force. An Athens criminal defense attorney from the firm can challenge any accusations of assault leveled against you to work towards a positive resolution for your case.

Contact an Athens assault defense attorney at the firm to help you avoid fines and prison time.