Bryan Violent Crimes Lawyer
Defending Clients Charged With Violent Crimes in Texas
We are prepared to protect your rights, reputation, and freedom at Shane Phelps Law. Our College Station violent crime defense attorney can conduct a thorough investigation into your case, collect evidence, analyze evidence gathered by law enforcement, interview witnesses, and use our resource of expert professionals to develop a strong and customized defense strategy. Let us fight for your innocence today.
Have you been charged with a violent crime in Texas? Call Shane Phelps Law today at (979) 773-7028 or contact us online to schedule a meeting with our violent crimes attorney in Bryant!
When is The Use of Force Justified in Texas?
In Texas, the use of force (including the use of deadly force) is justified if the individual who used force knew, or had reason to believe, that it was being used against another who was doing any one of the following actions:
- Enters or attempts to enter a home, vehicle, or business
- Removes or attempts to remove an individual in a home, vehicle, or business
- Commits or attempts to commit murder, sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, robbery, aggravated robbery, or aggravated kidnapping
The following are examples of when the use of force is not justified in Texas:
- You respond to verbal provocation alone
- You consent to the force used by another
- You provoked the other’s use of unlawful force
- You resist an unlawful search or arrest by law enforcement.
- You sought an explanation from or discussion with the other individual while the actor was carrying a weapon or possessing or transporting a weapon.
When Can You Use Deadly Force?
Special rules govern using deadly force, such as using a weapon. In general, you cannot use deadly force unless it’s immediately necessary to protect against the other individual’s use or attempt the deadly use of force. In other words, you must reasonably believe someone is attempting to use deadly force against you.
Regarding a “duty to retreat,” a person with the right to be present at the location where the force is used does not have to retreat prior to using force or even deadly force. Remember, self-defense in Texas is not allowed if the person claiming the defendant provoked the individual they were defending against or engaged in criminal activity.
Contact Our Violent Crimes Attorney Today
Violent crimes such as murder and aggravated assault are typically considered serious felonies; however, there are instances where a person may have acted within their rights of self-defense.
If you’ve killed or seriously injured another person who threatened you, you must consult an experienced violent defense lawyer in Texas.
Contact Shane Phelps Law today to schedule a FREE consultation with our violent crimes lawyer in Bryant!
Penalties For Violent Crimes
The most serious crimes in the United States are associated with violence. Not only will you face a significant amount of time in prison and large fines but being convicted of a violent crime can destroy your reputation amongst your family, friends, and colleagues. These cases are often covered by the media, who may have already convicted you of the crime before you even step inside a courtroom. It is imperative to seek experienced and trustworthy legal representation from a skilled criminal defense attorney.
Although this may be an overwhelming time in your life, you do not have to work through matters on your own. We are here to ensure your voice is heard through the criminal justice system, and to provide you with the personalized attention you deserve from start to finish.
Case Results
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Refused After Our Investigation Tampering with Evidence (3rd Degree)
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No-Billed Capital Murder
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Reduced to Class C Deferred Adjudication Possession of Marijuana (Class B)
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Acquitted Indecency with a Child
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Acquitted Indecency with a Child
