Assault

Assault Attorney in Manvel

Defense Informed by a Former Brazoria County Assistant District Attorney

An assault accusation can put your freedom, reputation, and future at risk. At Law Office of Steve O. Gonzalez, we represent people accused of assault and aggravated assault in Manvel and throughout Brazoria County. Steve Gonzalez is a former Brazoria County Assistant District Attorney, and that prosecutorial background informs how we evaluate criminal accusations.

Our firm was founded in 2004. Our team brings more than three decades of combined experience and has helped more than 5,000 clients navigate the legal system. We provide service in English and Spanish so clients can discuss sensitive facts in the language they’re most comfortable using.

Call us at (832) 900-9867 to discuss the accusation and the information currently available.

Building a Defense from the Facts & Evidence

We begin with the facts rather than the accusation alone. We examine the evidence, consider the level of the charge, and assess the circumstances surrounding the alleged incident. We also discuss how the case could affect the client’s freedom, reputation, and future.

Our review includes:

Clarifying the accusation: We identify the conduct the prosecution claims occurred.
Examining the evidence: We assess the information offered to support the prosecution’s account and identify grounds for challenging it.
Developing a defense strategy: We consider the facts, charge level, and potential consequences before determining how to respond.

We represent clients facing both misdemeanor and felony criminal matters. When the allegations or evidence warrant a challenge, we raise those issues through persistent criminal defense advocacy while remaining direct with clients about the decisions they face.

Discuss an Assault Charge with Our Firm

When you contact us, you can explain the circumstances and share the information currently available. Our contact form offers another way to reach us, and bilingual service is available for discussions in English or Spanish.

Call Law Office of Steve O. Gonzalez at (832) 900-9867 to discuss your case and possible next steps.

How Texas Classifies Assault Offenses

Texas assault offenses can involve an alleged threat, physical contact, or bodily injury. The conduct described and any aggravating factors can affect whether the accusation is filed as a misdemeanor or felony. The classification depends on the specific facts and available evidence.

A threat of bodily harm or offensive contact may lead to a Class C misdemeanor. Causing bodily injury may result in a Class A misdemeanor. Offensive contact with an elderly person may also be treated as a Class A misdemeanor under the descriptions in our published assault materials.

An aggravated assault accusation involves circumstances that increase the seriousness of the alleged offense. The alleged use of a deadly weapon is one factor that can elevate the case to a felony. We represent clients in both assault and aggravated assault cases and evaluate the evidence associated with the filed offense.

Potential Penalties by Texas Charge Level

Possible punishment depends on the classification and any aggravating factors alleged. These ranges come from our published information and don’t mean that every accused person faces each consequence.

Potential penalties include:

Class C misdemeanor: A maximum fine of $500 for threatening bodily harm or offensive contact.
Class B misdemeanor: Up to 180 days in jail and a maximum fine of $2,000 for assault against a sports participant during a performance.
Class A misdemeanor: Up to one year in jail and a maximum fine of $4,000 for causing bodily injury or making offensive contact with an elderly person.
Third-degree felony: Two to 10 years in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000.
Second-degree felony: Two to 20 years in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000.
First-degree felony: Five years to life in prison, plus a fine.

Where Manvel Assault Cases Are Handled

Manvel is in Brazoria County, but the court handling a case depends on the classification and possible punishment. Manvel Municipal Court handles fine-only matters, including municipal ordinance violations, traffic cases, and fine-only Class C misdemeanors. Criminal offenses punishable by jail or prison, including most assault cases, proceed in county or district courts rather than the municipal court.

Speaking with defense counsel generally involves discussing the accusation, available information, and scope of representation. We use those details to begin examining the evidence and possible defenses. Attorney fees depend on the circumstances and work involved, so they must be discussed directly rather than inferred from the charge name alone.

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More than 5,000 Clients Helped Since Start of the Firm
Serving Spanish-Speaking Clients
Certified in Breath Tests, Blood Tests and SFSTs

Former Brazoria County Assistant District Attorney
Aggressive & Passionate Legal Representation
Over 42 Years Representing The Accused

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