Aggravated Assault With a Firearm

If you’re currently facing aggravated assault with a firearm charges, you need a skilled Dallas County criminal lawyer in your corner. Contact Spangler Law today so we can get started working on your case.

What is Aggravated Assault with a Firearm?

Aggravated assault with a firearm is a serious felony in Texas. It is defined as an assault that is committed:

With a deadly weapon, such as a firearm, knife, or other weapon that is capable of causing serious bodily injury or death; or
That causes serious bodily injury to the victim.

Penalties for Aggravated Assault with a Firearm

The penalties for aggravated assault with a firearm in Texas vary depending on the circumstances of the offense. However, the offense is always a felony, and the penalties can be severe.

• Second-degree felony: If the offense does not involve serious bodily injury to the victim, it is a second-degree felony. The punishment for a second-degree felony is a prison sentence of 2-20 years and a fine of up to $10,000.
• First-degree felony: If the offense involves serious bodily injury to a family member, it is a first-degree felony. The punishment for a first-degree felony is a prison sentence of 5-99 years or life in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.

Other Consequences of a Conviction

In addition to the potential prison sentence and fine, a conviction for aggravated assault with a firearm can have other serious consequences, including:

• The loss of the right to possess a firearm
• The loss of the right to vote
• The loss of the right to hold public office
• The loss of professional licenses
• Difficulty finding employment

What to Do If You Are Charged with Aggravated Assault with a Firearm

If you are charged with aggravated assault with a firearm, it is important to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. An attorney can help you understand the charges against you and your options for defending yourself.

Here are some of the defenses that an attorney may be able to raise:

• The accused was acting in self-defense.
• The accused did not have the intent to cause serious bodily injury or death.
• The accused did not use a deadly weapon.
• The accused was mistaken about the nature of the weapon.

Contact a Skilled Criminal Defense Attorney Today

The bottom line is that the penalties for the offense can be severe, and there are other serious consequences of a conviction. If you’re currently facing these charges, it is important to speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Contact Spangler Law today so we can get started working on your case. We stand ready to fight for you, every step of the way.