Midland Assault Defense Lawyer
Trust Us to Have Your Back If You've Been Accused of Assault
A person does not have to strike someone else to be charged with assault in the state of Texas. While physical contact certainly can be assault, the law takes a broader view of this particular crime. Any action that leads someone else to feel credibly threatened with violence can result in an assault charge in Texas, leaving the defendant in need of a good legal defense strategy.
Tommy W. Hull PC is a Midland criminal defense lawyer who has a deep understanding of the rights defendants have and the strategies to defend them in court. Drawing on his experience on the other side of the aisle as a prosecutor, Attorney Hull is committed to giving all his clients the vigorous defense that justice requires.
He serves Odessa and all of Midland County.
Facing charges for assault? Call today at (432) 223-0044 or contact him online to set up a free consultation with our Midland, TX assault attorney.
Knowing Your Assault Charge
Penalties for Assault in Texas
The broad definition of assault leads to a wide range of possible sanctions for those who are convicted. There are three categories of misdemeanors–A, B & C, with A being the most serious. There are three categories of felonies, 1st, 2nd & 3rd, with a 1st-degree conviction bringing the potential for the stiffest sentence.
On the low end–a Class C misdemeanor, someone convicted of assault might be fined $500. The high end of a 1st-degree felony comes with a minimum five-year prison sentence, along with the possibility of a longer sentence.
This means the circumstances of each specific assault are going to matter a great deal in sentencing. Assault charges can be grouped into two very broad categories–simple assault and aggravated assault.
At Tommy W. Hull, PC, our experienced assault lawyers help you navigate the legal process and protect your rights. We have a deep understanding of assault laws in Texas and can provide you with solid legal representation to minimize the impact of these charges on your life.
Simple Assault
Under simple assault, the defendant may have inflicted physical harm on someone, but the damage from the assault was not considered severe. This type of assault can cover incidents that don’t involve violence–i.e., inappropriate touching of a sexual nature or generally engaging in behavior likely to provoke violence.
Many cases of simple assault are classified as misdemeanors, but both Class A & B misdemeanors carry the possibility of jail time, ranging from six months to a year.
Furthermore, simple assault can be upgraded by the prosecution to a third-degree felony if the victim is a pregnant woman, a government official, a security officer or a first responder. If the prosecution can make even a third-degree felony charge stick, a defendant faces a maximum of ten years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
Getting People The Help They Need
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Not Guilty Jury Trial Aggravated Assault Causing Serious Bodily Injury Enhanced to a 1st Degree
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Jury Verdict Not Guilty Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
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Jury Verdict Not Guilty Assault Family Violence by Strangulation
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Jury Verdict Not Guilty Burglary of a Habitation Committing Sexual Assault
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Driver's License Suspension Hearing
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Jury Verdict Not Guilty Driving While Intoxicated
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I was in need of a Criminal Defense attorney, one who would not only stand up for me but fight for my innocence. Mr. Tommy Hull did just that. I was looking at a felony charge and because of his knowledge, my case was dismissed. I never saw the inside of the courtroom. He and his staff were on top of everything and stayed in contact with me throughout the process. I highly recommend Mr. Tommy Hull. Thank you to you and your staff. You gave me my life back. God bless you!
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Tommy Hull got my DWI case dismissed. Took care of all paperwork. Explained in detail all options and what would happen.- Andres
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From the very first conversation I had with Tommy Hull, I felt much that I was in good hands, and that feeling has served to be true. I highly recommend him, he has helped me more than I could have imagined.- Former Client -
Retain him when the chips are down!!!- Former Client
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I had an assault charge and Tommy Hull got my case dismissed without me ever having to go to court. The process was smooth, the staff is very friendly and helpful.- Adrian
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He was an excellent Lawyer, with a lot of professional experience, which showed up in the courtroom when he represented my husband's case. Would recommend him to anyone needing a professional experienced lawyer. You can’t go wrong with your money.
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His experience and expertise proved accurate and our outcome was everything that we could have hoped for.- Shanna
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He was able to work out a deal to get both my cases dismissed and my record will stay clean.- J. Hernandez