Assault & Theft
There are several different types of assaultive offenses in Texas and the punishment range usually arises from the injuries sustained and whether a weapon was used. The assault offenses include:
 
     · Assault
     · Assault-family violence
     · Aggravated Assault
     · Injury to a child
     · Injury to an Elderly or Disabled Person
 
     Theft Crimes included shop lifting, "hot checks" or basic "stealing" and they are generally categorized based on the amount allegedly stolen:
 
     $0.01 to $49.00 is a Class C Misdemeanor
     $50 to $499 is a Class B Misdemeanor
     $500 to $1,499 is a Class A Misdemeanor
     $1,500 to $19,999 is a State Jail Felony
     $20,000 to $99,999 is a 3rd Degree Felony
     $100,000 to $199,999 is a 2nd Degree Felony
     $200,000 or more is a 1st Degree Felony
 
     Assault and Theft offenses are prosecuted seriously in the State of Texas. And both carry unique consequences that may affect your future. An assault or theft conviction on your record will likely impact your ability to get a job, obtain a loan or rent an apartment. A theft conviction, regardless of the amount, is considered a crime of moral turpitude and many employers will view it as more serious than some other crimes. It is important to hire an attorney who understands these consequences. If you've been arrested for either theft or an assault offense, contact us today and I can explain the options I will utilize to protect your future, including deferred adjudication, petitions for nondisclosure and in some cases, expunction.