One accusation can upend your life. Assault charges in San Antonio don’t just threaten your record—they put your job, your family, and your future on the line. When the stakes are this high, you need a defense that doesn’t miss a detail or leave your rights exposed. Our team has extensive experience with cases throughout San Antonio, ensuring local knowledge shapes every strategy.

What We Defend Against in San Antonio Courts

Every assault case brings its own set of facts, personalities, and pressures. Some start with a misunderstanding at home, others with a heated argument in public, and a few with allegations that seem to come out of nowhere. We step in for clients facing:

• Simple Assault: Threats or attempts to cause bodily injury without a weapon. These cases often turn on what was said, who was present, and how events unfolded in the moment.
• Aggravated Assault: Attacks involving deadly weapons or causing serious harm, where the law treats intent and injury with far more weight.
• Domestic Violence: Assault charges involving family members or romantic partners, which can carry extra consequences for your home life and reputation.
• Sexual Assault: Non-consensual sexual contact, where the penalties are severe and the process is emotionally charged from start to finish.
• Assault on Public Servants: Charges involving police, emergency workers, or officials. These cases move quickly and prosecutors push for harsh outcomes.

We don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. Every case gets a close look, from the first police report to the last piece of evidence. That’s how we find the details that matter and build a defense that stands up in court.

How We Tackle Texas Assault Penalties

Penalties for assault in Texas aren’t just numbers on a page. They’re years off your life, money out of your pocket, and restrictions that follow you long after the case ends. With each level of charge, the risks climb:

• Class C Misdemeanor: Up to $500 in fines for threats without physical contact. These cases can still leave a mark on your record.
• Class A Misdemeanor: Up to one year in jail and $4,000 in fines. Even a short sentence can disrupt work and family life.
• Third Degree Felony: Two to ten years in prison for aggravated cases. A conviction here changes everything.
• Second Degree Felony: Up to 20 years for serious bodily injury cases. The consequences reach far beyond the courtroom.
• First Degree Felony: Life sentences possible for the most severe assaults. These cases demand immediate, aggressive defense.

Prior convictions or certain facts can make penalties even tougher. We focus on finding leverage, whether that means challenging the evidence, negotiating for reduced charges, or pushing for outright dismissal when the facts allow. Our experience with San Antonio courts helps us anticipate local prosecutors’ tactics and build a stronger case for you.

Our Approach to Building Your Defense

When prosecutors bring assault charges, they have to prove every detail beyond a reasonable doubt. We don’t just wait for their case to unfold. We get ahead of it. Our team digs into every angle, looking for the facts and context that shift the outcome. Defense strategies we use include:

• Self Defense: Showing you acted out of a real and immediate fear for your safety, not aggression.
• Defense of Others: Demonstrating you stepped in to protect someone else from harm, not to escalate a situation.
• Consent: Establishing that both parties agreed to the contact, which can change the entire case.
• Mistaken Identity: Exposing gaps in witness statements or evidence that point to the wrong person.
• Mental State: Addressing whether you had the intent or capacity to commit the alleged act at the time.

We review police reports, cross-examine witnesses, and challenge every piece of evidence. Sometimes, the smallest inconsistency or overlooked fact can turn the tide. Our job is to find it and use it to your advantage, especially when dealing with the unique challenges of San Antonio’s legal system.

Start Your Defense with Us

Call the Law Offices of Gary Churak at 210-545-3850 or schedule a consultation to discuss your assault case. The sooner we begin building your defense, the better we can protect your rights.