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Aggravated Assault Lawyer Serving College Station

Felony Defense Backed by More Than 60 Years of Combined Experience

An aggravated assault arrest can quickly lead to restrictive bond conditions and exposure to years in prison. Rodriguez & Gimbert P.L.L.C. defends College Station residents charged under Texas Penal Code §22.02, drawing on familiarity with Brazos County courts to address the evidence and deadlines that can shape a case from the outset.

Texas generally classifies the offense as a second-degree felony, punishable by 2 to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Certain circumstances can elevate it to a first-degree felony. Founded by Texas A&M graduates Joseph ’Jody’ Rodriguez and Louis Gimbert, Rodriguez & Gimbert P.L.L.C. has represented hundreds of Texas A&M students and other Brazos County residents.

Call (979) 559-3599 now to request a free consultation about your charge and the next steps in your defense.

Building a Defense Before Critical Evidence Disappears

Evidence can change quickly after an arrest. Witness memories fade, surveillance video can be overwritten, and initial police reports may omit context about threats, injuries, or who initiated the confrontation. By getting involved early, we can identify evidence that may affect the charge and evaluate any bond conditions already in place.

Our work may include:

Reviewing the allegations: We examine police reports, witness accounts, recordings, photographs, medical documentation, and the alleged weapon.
Testing the felony elements: We assess whether the state can prove serious bodily injury or the use or exhibition of a deadly weapon.
Evaluating self-defense: We consider whether the evidence supports the lawful use of force under Texas law.
Addressing enhancement claims: We review allegations involving family violence, public servants, or other circumstances that could increase the felony level.
Preparing for negotiation or trial: We build the case with both plea negotiation and courtroom litigation in mind.

Both of our attorneys speak Spanish, as do several assistants and paralegals. We’ve served clients in Bryan and College Station for nearly two decades, remain available around the clock, and return calls promptly.

What Qualifies as Aggravated Assault Under Texas Law?

Texas Penal Code §22.02 establishes two primary paths to this felony charge. The state must first allege an assault under §22.01, then claim that the accused caused serious bodily injury or used or exhibited a deadly weapon during the assault.

Serious Bodily Injury

Under Texas Penal Code §1.07, serious bodily injury includes an injury that creates a substantial risk of death or causes death, serious permanent disfigurement, or the extended loss or impairment of a body part or organ. Whether an injury meets that threshold can depend on medical records, treatment, prognosis, and testimony about its lasting effects.

Use or Exhibition of a Deadly Weapon

A deadly weapon includes a firearm, but the definition isn’t limited to objects designed as weapons. An ordinary object may qualify if the way it was used or intended to be used made it capable of causing death or serious bodily injury. The state may also pursue an aggravated charge when a weapon was displayed during a threat of imminent bodily injury, even if no physical injury occurred.

Second-Degree & First-Degree Felony Penalties

The standard second-degree charge carries 2 to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. A conviction may also result in restitution, firearm restrictions, and lasting consequences for employment, housing, and professional licensing.

The offense can become a first-degree felony, carrying 5 years to life in prison, when a person uses a deadly weapon and causes serious bodily injury to a spouse, dating partner, family member, or household member. First-degree treatment may also apply to certain assaults against public servants and other circumstances identified by §22.02(b). The applicable range depends on the charged subsection, enhancement allegations, and the accused person’s criminal history.

Self-Defense & Challenges to the State’s Evidence

Self-defense may apply when a person reasonably believes force is immediately necessary to protect against another person’s unlawful use or attempted use of force. Texas Penal Code §§9.31 and 9.32 also address when deadly force may be justified. The events leading up to the encounter, the immediacy of the perceived threat, and each person’s actions can be central to the analysis.

We may also challenge whether an alleged object legally qualifies as a deadly weapon or whether the injury meets the serious bodily injury standard. Weaknesses in either element may support negotiation toward simple assault or deadly conduct, a separate offense involving conduct that places another person in imminent danger of serious bodily injury. Any reduction depends on the evidence, charging decisions, and negotiations in the individual case.

Get Clear Direction After an Aggravated Assault Arrest

During a free consultation, you can discuss what happened, the exact charge filed, and the issues that may affect your defense. We can review the available information without assuming the arrest report tells the complete story.

Call (979) 559-3599 or use our contact form to request a confidential, free consultation with our aggravated assault attorneys.

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