Texas Family Violence Charges: Enhancement for Family Violence

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Some people get their family violence charge reduced to a class C assault ticket. While the reduction probably felt good at the time, WATCH OUT! Even if the court orders deferred adjudication for the ticket, THEY CAN STILL USE IT TO ENHANCE A FUTURE CHARGE. Similar to the Fake DWI Deferred Adjudication, even placement on deferred adjudication for an assault counts as a “conviction” under the law. That is why it important to know all your options before deciding what you want to do with your case. While a plea may seem like a quicker and easier route, trial may be...

19 May

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Family Violence: What Are My Options?

Posted by Mimi Coffey

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Are you kidding me? She called the police because she was mad. Now the police arrested me for Family Violence. Do I need an assault lawyer? (to simplify, I use "she" as an example, but this applies to “he” all the same) Sometimes, calling the police to settle a relationship dispute can lead to bigger problems down the road. Call the police when you encounter a real issue such as burglary or assault. AVOID CALLING THE POLICE BECAUSE YOU ARE UPSET AND ONLY WANT THE POLICE TO INTERVENE. If there is an allegation of assault, the chances of jail time...