Texas Student Assault Defense Lawyers

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EXPOSING THE TRUTH

Secrets of the Texas Criminal Justice System and Your Rights

The college experience is a valuable period for self-discovery and defining your goals. However, getting involved in assault can quickly ruin this experience. In Texas, colleges don’t tolerate such behavior; even one offense can lead to suspension or dismissal.

Assault issues go beyond a school hearing; you may also face criminal charges. Engaging in criminal activity, even on campus, may result in a prison sentence.

If you’re a Texas student facing assault charges, you need help. A criminal defense attorney manages legal aspects, and a college conduct advisor assists with school procedures. The Texas Criminal Defense Group supports you on both fronts.

Assault Types Involving Texas Students

In Texas, assault charges vary in severity based on the incident. Here are some common types of assault students may face.

Simple Assault:

Simple assault is the mildest form of assault in Texas. It involves purposely causing bodily injury to another person or threatening someone with imminent bodily harm. This offense is typically charged as a Class A misdemeanor.

Aggravated Assault:

If an college student is alleged to having causing serious bodily injury or using or exhibiting a deadly weapon during an assault, This offense is a more serious felony charge and can lead to severe penalties, including significant prison time.

Sexual Assault:

Sexual assault is when someone is forced to have sexual contact without giving their consent. It can happen at school or at social gatherings. Additionally, apart from substantial prison sentences, there’s mandatory sex offender registration.

Domestic Violence Assault:

In Texas, violence between partners or family members is called domestic violence. However, unlike other forms of violence, this type implies some sort of intimate relationship between the attacker and victim. and can result in legal consequences like protective orders and counseling requirements.

Harassment:

Harassment may involve unwanted physical contact, threats, or intimidation that causes distress to the victim. Harassing someone can be a crime, and at university, it might also result in disciplinary actions from the school.

Hazing:

In a college or university setting, hazing incidents can lead to assault charges. Texas has laws addressing hazing, and individuals involved in hazing activities that cause bodily harm may face criminal charges.

Other Assault-Related Crime with Texas Students

  • Sending offensive or annoying messages anonymously, especially during inconvenient hours.
  • Offensive physical contact, encompassing actions like shoving, striking, or kicking.
  • Threatening to physically harm or strike someone.
  • Engaging in other alarming conduct to purposely annoy someone.

Why You Need Our Texas Student Defense Lawyers

Our skilled Texas student defense lawyers understand both the criminal justice system and university disciplinary procedures. They can construct a robust defense tailored to both arenas, ensuring your rights are protected and aiming for the best possible outcome.

Defending Student Assault Charges in Texas

Being accused or charged with assault doesn’t guarantee guilt or penalties. In Texas, like everywhere else, everyone has the right to legal representation. This ensures fairness, and the U.S. legal system believes that giving defendants a fair chance is crucial for true justice.

How can our team of Texas Student Defense Attorneys assist you when facing assault charges in Texas?

  1. We ensure your release without restrictive bond terms during arraignment, allowing you to continue with your school.
  2. We uncover evidence from the police and prosecution that might help your case, using your rights of discovery. This evidence can be crucial in arguing for reduced or dismissed charges during pretrial conferences.
  3. We represent you at trial if required, including making opening statements, examining and cross-examining witnesses, presenting evidence, and delivering a closing argument.

Having Texas Criminal Defense Group by your side increases your chances of a favorable outcome, and our goal is always the complete dismissal of charges against you.

Consult with Texas Criminal Defense Group Today

We are a team of highly skilled and experienced Student Assault Defense lawyers at your disposal. Our goal is always to get your case dismissed, and we use our large docket and experience to your advantage in that regard.

At Texas Criminal Defense Group, cost-of-trial is always included in our fees should that be an advantageous route for your case, and our dedication to the pursuit of Justice shows in over 500 5-star reviews from our hundreds of satisfied clients.

With offices conveniently located throughout Texas, our law firm ensures accessibility for students facing assault charges across the state.

Contact us today to begin your free consultation.

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