Austin Assault and Battery Defense Attorney

Passion and frustration cause many arguments to escalate quickly, sometimes resulting in unintentional violence or threats. Designated as either assault or battery, the resulting criminal charges can have a negative effect on your reputation, even in the absence of a conviction. If convicted, you may be faced with a variety of severe consequences.

If you have been arrested and charged with any form of assault or battery, you simply cannot afford to delay seeking experienced and compassionate legal representation. Austin assault and battery defense attorney Ian Inglis, P.C., is prepared to help you to protect your freedom and reputation. Contact Ian Inglis today by calling 512-472-1950.

Possible Charges

There is often much confusion about assault and battery because dramatic depictions often link the two and each state handles them somewhat differently. In Texas, they are regarded as separate crimes, though an individual may be accused of both assault and battery in some cases. The three primary charges that may be brought against you are:

• Assault
• Aggravated Assault
• Battery

If you are convicted of assault or battery in the state of Texas, you may be at risk of following penalties:

• Jail time
• Fines
• Probation
• Restraining orders
• Loss of right to possess firearms
• Mandatory anger management classes

The sentencing for an assault and battery charge will be based on the degree of injuries sustained by the victim, previous criminal history, age of victim, and method of assault or battery.

Contact Us

If you are currently facing criminal prosecution for assault or battery, it is important that you take advantage of your legal right to a fair trial and vigorous representation. Contact Austin assault and battery defense attorney Ian Inglis, P.C., at 512-472-1950 to discuss your case with a compassionate and committed advocate.