Serious Charges Call for Serious Representation

An assault charge can completely upend your life, creating overwhelming stress for you and your family. Beyond the severe legal penalties of a potential conviction, these allegations can carry a heavy personal stigma that damages your personal and professional reputation. Facing assault charges requires an assertive, experienced trial attorney who will listen to your side of the story and advocate tirelessly for your rights and best interests. John P. Knouse, Attorney At Law has represented criminal defense clients across Frisco, TX and the DFW metroplex for over 50 years. Holding Board Certification in Criminal Law for over four decades, Mr. Knouse understands how local prosecutors build assault cases and will build a strategic defense to help you pursue the best possible resolution.

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If you are facing assault charges, understanding the exact nature of the allegations against you is the first step in building a strong defense. In the State of Texas, a person commits an assault if they intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly:

• Cause bodily injury to another person, including a spouse or family member
• Threaten another person with imminent bodily harm
• Cause physical contact with another person when they know or should reasonably believe that the other will regard the contact as offensive or provocative

While any of these three actions can lead to criminal charges, the specific classification-ranging from a Class C misdemeanor to a first-degree felony-depends on factors such as the relationship between parties, whether a weapon was involved, and prior criminal history.