Domestic Violence Charges - Texas Domestic Assault Defense Attorneys

Domestic abuse and domestic violence has been the subject of intense scrutiny by the Texas legislature in recent years. A variety of offenses fall under the general category of domestic violence, including:

• Assault
• Battery
• Child abuse
• Domestic abuse
• Elder abuse
• Kidnapping
• Sexual assault
• False imprisonment
• Harassment
• Stalking

Restraining orders, protective orders, and no-contact provisions also factor into the equation. Over the past few years, law enforcement agencies throughout Texas have developed new policies, Texas courts have implemented far-reaching changes, and prosecuting attorneys have taken an active role in zealously enforcing state and federal domestic violence laws in Texas. District attorneys are aggressively prosecuting all reported incidents of violence in the home. Such crimes are prosecuted even in cases where the victim refuses to press charges or recants initial claims of abuse. In many cases, prosecutors will file charges against alleged abusers in the absence of victims or witnesses. The penalties for domestic violence can range from probation and anger management counseling for first-time offenders, to felony charges and incarceration for repeat offenders.

Though domestic violence laws apply to everyone in Texas, every domestic abuse or domestic violence case is different. When confronted with domestic abuse charges, don't rely solely on the advice of family members or friends. Speak with the attorneys at Parker & Montgomery before deciding on a course of action. We can outline all of your options and help protect your rights and those of your family.