Houston Assault Crimes Lawyer
ASSAULT CRIMES LAWYERS IN HOUSTON, TX
Assault is a very serious crime with severe penalties including jail time and large fines. If charged with assault you should contact an experienced Houston assault lawyer that can protect your rights and fight your case in a court of law.
Types of Assault Cases We Assist Clients With
If you are convicted of assault and battery you may be facing the following consequences:
- Jail time
- Probation
- Large fines
- Counseling / anger management classes
- Employment difficulties
Assault & Battery Defense In Houston
To possibly have the consequences of an assault conviction minimized or even have your case dismissed you will need a skilled Houston criminal defense attorney. At The Law Office of James Alston, we aggressively defend clients who have been charged with assault and battery.
Building a strong strategy to defend against an assault and battery charge is complex and requires years of experience. Some of the possible defenses a Houston criminal defense lawyer may use to fight your assault and battery charge are:
- Punishment. Some jurisdictions allow limited physical force for discipline.
- Consent. The victim of the assault consented to the harm.
- Defense of property, self-defense, or defense of others.
- Voluntary, mutual combat.
- Prevention of a crime.
FACING CHARGES? CONTACT A HOUSTON ASSAULT & BATTERY LAWYER TODAY
If you or someone you know is facing assault and battery charges a Houston criminal attorney at The Law Office of James Alston can help you. We vigorously fight your case in a court of law with the goal of having all the charges against you dropped or minimized.
For a consultation with a dedicated and talented Houston criminal attorney call (713) 228-1400 to schedule an appointment. We handle cases in Houston, Texas and nearby counties.
Houston criminal defense attorney James Alston is committed to protecting and defending his client’s legal rights. His goal is to pursue a favorable outcome by reducing or, in some cases, complete dismissal of the charges.