assault defense firm Protecting Defendants from Aggravated Assault & Battery Charges

San Antonio Assault Defense Attorney

Name: Marc LaHood Law
Address: 4014 McCullough Avenue,, San Antonio, TX, 78212
Telephone: (210) 714-2625

Protecting Your Freedom, Record, & Future After an Assault Charge

An assault accusation can turn your life upside down in seconds. Whether the incident involved a misunderstanding, a heated moment, or an accusation taken out of context, the consequences can be severe: arrest, jail time, protective orders, job loss, and a criminal record that follows you for years. You need a San Antonio assault defense attorney who understands how quickly these cases escalate—and who knows how to stop the damage before it gets worse.

At Marc LaHood Law, we defend people facing all levels of assault charges in Texas. We know the stakes are high, and we step in immediately to protect your rights, examine the facts, and build a defense that puts you in the strongest position possible.

If you’re being investigated or already facing charges, call us at (210) 714-2625 or request a free consultation with a quick online form.

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Why Call Marc LaHood Law for Your Assault Defense?

The Representation You Need in a High-Stakes Criminal Case

Assault charges move quickly—and prosecutors often act before all the facts are known. You need a law firm that knows how to slow the process down, investigate thoroughly, and challenge the State’s assumptions at every turn. Marc LaHood Law brings years of proven experience and a generational legacy of advocacy to every case.

Clients trust us because we:

Act immediately to protect your rights and prevent early mistakes from damaging your case
Understand how prosecutors build assault cases, including how they interpret evidence and prioritize charges
Prepare for trial from day one, which gives you leverage and signals that we won’t accept a weak deal
Stay accessible, giving you clear and honest guidance throughout the process
Treat you with respect, recognizing that one accusation should not define your future

When your freedom and reputation are on the line, you deserve a defense team that treats your case with the seriousness it demands. For many defendants throughout San Antonio, they turned to Marc LaHood Law and guarded their future as a result.

Call us at (210) 714-2625 or request a free consultation today.

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About Assault Charges in Texas

An Assault Defense Lawyer in San Antonio Explains Your Charges

Every state defines assault differently. In Texas, “assault” covers a wide range of conduct—from threats and unwanted contact to causing bodily injury. While some states separate assault and battery, Texas groups them under the same statute.

In general terms:

Assault often involves intentionally causing someone to fear imminent harm or making offensive physical contact.
Battery traditionally refers to causing actual physical injury, though Texas uses the broader assault statute to cover both.

Simple assault can range from threats to minor physical altercations and is often charged as a misdemeanor—though certain factors can increase the severity.

What Makes an Assault “Aggravated” in Texas?

Some assault cases cross into felony assault or escalate into aggravated assault charges. Your assault defense lawyer in San Antonio will look closely at the facts to determine whether the State can prove any aggravating factors.

Texas law escalates the punishment or charges for assault if:

The alleged victim is part of a protected group (e.g., a child, elderly person, peace officer, firefighter).
A deadly weapon is used or displayed, including a gun, knife, or even a vehicle.
The alleged assault occurs during another serious crime (e.g., robbery).
The accused allegedly caused serious bodily injury, such as injuries that risk death or cause permanent loss of function.
The incident also involves sexual assault or related offenses, depending on the circumstances.

Aggravated assault charges carry much harsher penalties and require an assault attorney who can quickly identify weaknesses in the State’s case.

Penalties for Assault & Aggravated Assault

Assault convictions vary widely based on the level of the charge. While a misdemeanor assault may involve fines, probation, or short jail sentences, aggravated assault is a felony that can carry:

Years—or decades—of imprisonment
Thousands of dollars in fines
Permanent criminal records
Loss of civil rights
Immigration consequences for non-citizens
Serious loss of career prospects

A skilled San Antonio assault lawyer would work to reduce or dismiss these charges before they threaten your long-term future.

Defenses to Assault & Aggravated Assault

Defending an assault case requires careful review of evidence, witness statements, and the role of both parties in the altercation. Common defenses include:

Self-defense: Using necessary force to protect yourself from harm.
Defense of others: Acting to protect someone you reasonably believed was in danger.
Mutual combat / consent: Both parties voluntarily engaged in the altercation.
Lack of intent: Accidental contact or misunderstandings that do not meet legal standards for assault.
False accusations: Motivated by anger, revenge, or attempts to gain leverage in family or personal disputes.

These defenses require strategic presentation, so the right San Antonio assault attorney can make the difference between conviction and dismissal.

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