Domestic Violence Round Rock, TX trial lawyers

Round Rock Domestic Violence Attorneys

Experienced Former Prosecutors Defending Your Rights

Being accused of domestic violence is serious. Even if you did nothing wrong, you could be facing a range of significant criminal and social consequences, from having a protective order taken out against you to potential prison time. Additionally, being convicted of domestic violence can result in the loss of certain rights, including your right to own a firearm or have custody of your children.

At Smith & Vinson Law Firm, we understand the gravity of your situation. Our Round Rock domestic violence attorneys are prepared to defend you against these allegations, working to protect your rights and minimize the impact of your charges on your life. We work swiftly to investigate the circumstances surrounding your arrest and utilize all available evidence to aggressively challenge the case against you. As former prosecutors, our attorneys understand how the state prosecutes these charges—and we know how to fight back.

For a free and confidential consultation regarding your domestic violence charges, call our office at (512) 359-3743 today.

Turning Charges into Chances Fighting for the Outcome You Deserve

Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Our experienced team will fight tirelessly to protect your rights and your future, take control today.

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Defining Domestic Violence

Under Texas law, domestic violence, often referred to as domestic assault, is broadly defined as any act committed knowingly, intentionally, or recklessly that causes bodily injury to a family or household member, threatens imminent bodily injury, or causes physical contact that the victim finds or may find provocative or offensive.

Family or household members include:

Spouses or former spouses
Individuals who are or were in a dating relationship
Parents, children, or foster children
Individuals with whom the accused has a child

Types of Domestic Violence Charges

Domestic violence charges in Texas can range from misdemeanors to felonies, depending on the severity of the offense, the relationship between the parties, and any prior criminal history of the accused, among other factors.

Common charges related to domestic violence include:

Domestic Assault (Family Violence): This charge applies when there is physical harm, the threat of imminent harm, or offensive physical contact against a family or household member.
Aggravated Domestic Assault: This is a more serious charge that involves causing serious bodily injury or using or exhibiting a deadly weapon during the commission of domestic assault.
Continuous Violence Against the Family: This charge applies when a person is arrested for two or more domestic assaults within a twelve-month period, regardless of whether these charges resulted in convictions.
Violation of Protective Orders: If a protective order is issued in relation to a domestic violence case and the accused violates any terms of that order, separate criminal charges can be filed.

Penalties & Legal Implications

Depending on how domestic violence is charged, you could be facing significant criminal penalties. This includes thousands of dollars in fines and possible jail or prison time. Additionally, a conviction for domestic violence can have far-reaching consequences beyond criminal penalties.

This may include:

Having a protective order (restraining order) taken out against you
The loss of your right to purchase, own, or possess a firearm
Damage to your professional and/or personal relationships

We urge you to contact our Round Rock domestic violence defense lawyers right away if you have been accused of domestic assault or a related crime.

Charges Dismissed Assault Bodily Injury Family Violence
Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence
Our client was drinking and watching sports with his girlfriend when they got into a heated argument. The argument escalated, and our client left in order to avoid further trouble. A neighbor called the police and our client’s girlfriend made a statement alleging that our client had assaulted her.
Case Dismissed Juvenile Sex Assault
Our client, a young girl, was accused of sexually assaulting her young female cousin. Our client was a good student and was involved in a number of youth and school activities. She had a bright future ahead of her and she and her parents were understandably terrified that an accusation like this could ruin her life forever.
Case Dismissed DWI
Our client was stopped for a headlight that had gone out and was then arrested for and charged with DWI. He consented to a breath test and blew a .11. Upon reviewing the dash cam video, we discovered that the field sobriety tests were performed off camera. We knew that the video would not be usable in trial and used this information to pressure the prosecutor during our negotiations.
Deferred Prosecution Juvenile Assault
Our client was a juvenile who got into altercation with a classmate on school grounds and was charged with assault. We know the stress of facing a charge at a young age is a lot for a family to navigate without assistance and can come with severe repercussions. We took the challenge to the State to prove its case while keeping the family involved.
Case Dismissed POCS Felony
Our client was charged with a State Jail Felony while stopped for traffic violation in Williamson County. The officers searched the car and found THC oil pens. He was arrested for a felony. We found issues with the search and our investigation uncovered additional issues with the investigation. We pressed the prosecutor on these issues and, coupled with the clean UA’s we had our client take, the case was dismissed.

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“Very professional and efficient throughout my entire case. They took my situation seriously, explained every step, and made sure I felt supported. You can tell they’ve handled serious cases in Travis County before.”

- Destiny E.
They exceeded all my expectations with their professionalism, compassion, and dedication.
“The entire staff was incredibly helpful, responsive, and made me feel supported every step of the way. I’m truly grateful for their expertise and care, they made a stressful situation so much easier to navigate.”

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“From the first call to the last, they stayed in communication with me and let me know every step of the way. The attorneys at this office and the support staff got my case dismissed with no problems. If you find yourself in a situation, I highly recommend calling this firm.!”

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“From our very first consultation, Charlie took the time to truly understand my situation, explain my options clearly, and guide me every step of the way. I highly recommend him and his staff.”

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“Brad really takes the time to get to know your situation. He was sharp, respectful, and didn’t sugarcoat anything.”

- Kayla S.

Possible Defense Strategies for Domestic Assault Allegations

It is possible to defend against even the most serious of domestic violence charges. Effective defense strategies may involve challenging the evidence, questioning witness testimony, proving lack of intent or knowledge, asserting self-defense, negotiating plea agreements, or pursuing alternative resolutions that minimize the long-term impact on the accused.

At Smith & Vinson Law Firm, our dedicated criminal defense team understands the complexities of domestic violence cases in Texas. We are committed to protecting the rights and interests of our clients throughout every stage of the legal process. If you or a loved one is facing domestic violence charges, contact us today for a confidential consultation to discuss your case at absolutely no cost to you.

You can reach us online or by phone at (512) 359-3743.

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