Category Archives: Family Violence

What Actions Can Constitute Child Abuse According to Texas Law?

A charge of child abuse is a serious thing, one that carries a lot of stigma with it that can really impact your life. But just what actually constitutes child abuse? Do you know? It’s one of those charges that sounds straightforward but actually covers quite a few different actions. Some of the actions that […]

What are the Penalties for Aggravated Assault in Texas?

Getting charged with assault can be scary. But an assault charge is a Class A misdemeanor, or lower, and so the penalties that you face for assault are up to a year of imprisonment and a fine of up to $4,000. Aggravated assault is much worse. Aggravated assault is charged as a second-degree felony or […]