Assault & Battery
Charged With An Assault?
People fight. We can let our emotions get the best of us. We can be protective of our friends and family members. We can let alcohol or drugs affect our judgment. When a wrong move leads to assault and battery charges, the consequences can last a lifetime. It is crucial you hire an attorney to protect your rights immediately.If you find yourself in this situation anywhere in South Texas, the right move is to contact The Law Office of Shawn C. Brown, PC, in San Antonio. The lawyers at our office have extensive experience dealing with all types of assault charges and violent crimes, and we fight as if it was our future on the line.
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The district attorney, not the complainant, determines whether you will be prosecuted for a crime. You could face charges even if the complainant refuses or recants. Do Not Hesitate To Call Us For Your Free Consultation
We make hiring a criminal defense attorney easy and affordable. We offer free initial consultations, answer our phones and email 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We offer flexible payment plans at a very competitive rate.
We can help you fight to spare yourself potential jail time, fines, lengthy probation with costly conditions or a conviction on your criminal record for:
- Assault and battery offenses, including simple assault, family or domestic violence, sexual assault, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
- Drug offenses involving smuggling, trafficking, possession with intent to distribute controlled substances such as cocaine, heroin, marijuana or methamphetamines.
- DWI or driving while intoxicated, intoxication assault and intoxication manslaughter.
- Criminal trespass.
- Computer or internet crimes.
- Murder and other violent crimes
- Sex offenses from public lewdness and indecent exposure to prostitution or sexual assault
- Crimes involving theft such as shoplifting, robbery or burglary of homes, vehicles or vending machines, passing bad checks or theft by check and identity theft.
- Unauthorized use of a vehicle.
- White collar crimes involving counterfeit money, fraud, money laundering, tax evasion and more.
- Resisting arrest or failure to identify.
- Disorderly conduct or criminal mischief.
- Arson.
- Traffic violations such as reckless driving, speeding tickets, seat belt violations and moving violations.
- Gambling.
- Cruelty to animals.
- Motions to revoke probation (MTR).
- Litigation and appeals upon conviction.
- Bail bond assistance to provide release from jail for all clients
- Civil asset forfeitures or seizures of money, property or assets in relation to criminal charges.
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In Texas, assault charges can range from a misdemeanor simple assault to an aggravated felony. The level of offense with which you are charged depends on the circumstances. For instance, a prior conviction, the presence of a weapon, physical injury or involvement of a family member can increase the severity of the offense.
A conviction for assault or domestic assault could result in criminal and civil consequences such as:
- Jail time or a prison sentence
- Heavy fines
- The loss of your right to own or possess a firearm
- Jeopardizing your parental rights or resulting in supervised visitation
- Protective orders that prevent you from being with family members and staying at your own home
- Deportation or denial of citizenship if you are not a U.S. citizen
Assault Bodily Injury Court Cases Dismissed
Recently Closed Cases
Explore our recently successfully resolved Assault & Bodily Injury cases managed by the skilled team at The Law Office of Shawn C. Brown P.C.
The client was facing an assault family violence charge arising from a call to police by an intoxicated family member. This offense has a lot of negative collateral consequences. Client denied the allegation and the complainant did not want to prosecute him. An affidavit of non-prosecution was presented to the Prosecutor, who chose to go forward with the case. We set it for trial and Daphne Previti secured a dismissal on the day of trial. The client was accused of assaulting his then-girlfriend by impeding her breathing, a felony. The client denied the accusation and shared information showing her aggressive tendencies. We prepared for trial and the client refused plea bargain offers from the prosecution for deferred adjudication because he wanted to clear his name. When we announced ready for trial, the State tendered a dismissal.
Our client was accused of assaulting an ex-girlfriend during a night out. Attorney Bryan Orihel was able to meet with the Prosecutors and show them that his client was actually defending another woman being assaulted by her ex. Bryan was able to show the District Attorney that the charges against our client were false and that the alleged victim had no credibility. The State dropped all charges, and the case was DISMISSED.
Shawn represented a client who was arrested for Assault BI-Security Guard, a Third Degree Felony. After several court appearances, a detail review of the discovery, and subpoenas for the security footage at the location of the incident, Shawn was able to show that his client was not the aggressor and did not start the physical altercation with the Security Guard. Shawn was able to get the felony 3rd degree reduced to a Criminal Trespass Class B Misdemeanor under Deferred Adjudication meaning the client's case will ultimately be dismissed upon successful completion of the terms. Because of his hard work and diligent efforts, his client was able to get the Felony dismissed and not be labeled as a Felon going forward with his life. Our client was very happy with the results and felt like we treated him like family.
After an altercation, our client was accused of assault on his wife, however, he was arrested several months after the allegations. Through hard work and determination, Attorney Shawn C. Brown was able to uncover that the initial allegations were false. Upon speaking with witnesses who were at the location, Shawn was able to show that his client was actually the one who was assaulted.
Our client was charged with a felony assault bodily injury case after being accused of choking and assaulting his wife. After meeting with the District Attorney, Attorney Bryan Orihel was able to show that the charges against our client were false and the client was innocent. All charges were dropped by the state and the case was DISMISSED.
Our client was arrested for a felony level charge of criminal mischief. Attorney Bryan Orihel met with the District Attorney handling the case and was able to show that the charges were erroneous and should not have been filed. The state’s attorney agreed to dismiss all charges.
Dane Berg