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If you or a loved one was arrested in Travis, Williamson, or Hays County, you need immediate representation from attorneys who know how these cases are built—and how to dismantle them.
At The Hull Firm, our team includes former prosecutors with experience on hundreds of serious assault cases. With 700+ case dismissals, we bring the strategy, relationships, and results you need when everything is at stake.
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What is Aggravated Assault in Texas?
Under Texas Penal Code §22.02, aggravated assault occurs when someone commits assault and either:
- Causes serious bodily injury, or
- Uses or exhibits a deadly weapon during the assault
“Serious Bodily Injury”
Injury creating a substantial risk of death, serious permanent disfigurement, or prolonged loss/impairment of a bodily function.
“Deadly Weapon”
Not just firearms—can include knives, blunt objects, vehicles, or any object capable of causing death or serious injury, depending on how it’s used.
Common Scenarios:
- Bar or street fights resulting in significant injuries
- Road-rage incidents involving weapons or vehicles
- Domestic disputes with alleged weapon use
- Self-defense situations that escalated
- Workplace altercations with severe harm
- Group/gang-related conflicts involving weapons
Penalties for Aggravated Assault in Texas
Second-Degree Felony (Most Cases)
- 2–20 years in prison
- Up to $10,000 in fines
- Permanent felony record, loss of gun/voting rights, major employment and housing barriers
First-Degree Felony (Enhanced)
- 5–99 years or life in prison
- Up to $10,000 in fines
Enhancers commonly apply when the alleged victim is a family member, public servant, or security officer, or when a deadly weapon is used in family-violence cases, or the accused has prior felonies.
Additional Fallout
Protective orders, immigration consequences, professional license issues, child-custody problems, higher insurance rates, and credit challenges.
Frequently Asked Question:
Is aggravated assault always a felony?
How We Defend Aggravated Assault Charges
What are the strongest legal defenses against aggravated assault charge in Texas?
- Self-Defense / Defense of Others: Texas law protects reasonable force. We show you:
- Faced an imminent threat
- Used proportional force
- Weren’t the initial aggressor
- Qualify for Castle Doctrine protections (home, vehicle, workplace)
- Lack of Intent: We challenge whether the State can prove you acted intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly—highlighting accidents, misunderstandings, or gaps in proof.
- False Allegations / Credibility Attacks: We uncover motives and inconsistencies through texts, social media, medical records, and surveillance—especially in domestic, custody, or business disputes.
- “Deadly Weapon” Challenges We contest whether the item qualifies as a deadly weapon given how it was allegedly used and the actual risk posed.
- “Serious Bodily Injury” Disputes We use independent medical reviews and expert testimony to rebut overcharging and exaggeration of injuries.
- Constitutional Violations: Illegal stops/searches, Miranda issues, coerced statements, chain-of-custody flaws—suppression can collapse the State’s case.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can charges be dropped or reduced?
What are the punishments?
First-degree (enhanced): 5–99 years or life and up to $10,000.
Can I get probation?
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Addressing Common Concerns
“I was defending myself/my family.”
We align your facts with Chapter 9 defenses and Castle Doctrine protections.
“They started it.”
We establish who was the initial aggressor using witnesses, video, and forensics.
“I never meant to hurt anyone.”
We attack the State’s intent theory and show reasonable responses to fast-moving events.
“They’re exaggerating.”
We counter with medical experts, records, and objective evidence.
“This could destroy my career.”
We fight for dismissals, reductions, and outcomes that protect licenses, jobs, and families.
How Prosecutors Build These Cases—and Our Response
- Medical Evidence (records, photos, experts) → We bring independent exams and rebuttal experts.
- Weapon Evidence (recovery, forensics) → We contest classification, use, and chain of custody.
- Witness Testimony (victim, bystanders, police) → We expose bias, inconsistencies, and vantage issues.
- Physical/Video Evidence (scene photos, CCTV, damage) → We conduct independent investigations and present alternative narratives.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How is aggravated assault different from simple assault?
Can I be charged without touching anyone?
Can I claim self-defense?
How long will my case take?
What if the alleged victim won’t cooperate?
What if weapons or drugs were also found?
We Are Local, Experienced, and Ready to Fight for You
We are proud to serve the entire Central Texas area, including Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, and San Marcos.
Navigating the criminal justice system in Central Texas requires more than just a passing knowledge of state law; it requires deep relationships and a mastery of local court procedure. Our Austin simple assault defense lawyers routinely appear in the Travis County, Williamson County, and Hays County courthouses.
Travis County:
Austin, West Lake Hills, Rollingwood, Sunset Valley
Williamson County:
Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Leander, Hutto, Pflugerville
Frequently Asked Question:
What should I do after arrest?
2. Call (512) 599-9999. 5) Don’t discuss your case with anyone else.
3. Preserve helpful evidence (photos, videos, witnesses).
Act Now — Protect Your Future
A felony aggravated assault charge doesn’t have to define your life. With the right team, you can fight back. Talk to a trusted Austin simple assault defense lawyer now for a free, confidential case review. We are ready to take your call 24/7.