Family Violence Defense in Dallas
Facing family violence charges in Dallas? Victoria Barr Law provides compassionate and aggressive legal representation to protect your future.
What Is Considered Family Violence in Texas?
Family violence, also known as domestic violence, involves any act of physical, emotional, or psychological abuse committed against a family member, household member, or intimate partner. Texas law covers physical harm, threats, and even restraining order violations under family violence statutes.
Common Family Violence Charges
- Domestic Assault: Causing bodily harm or threatening violence against a household or family member.
- Aggravated Family Violence: Involving serious injury or the use of a deadly weapon.
- Continuous Family Violence: Repeated acts of family violence within a specified timeframe.
- Violation of Protective Orders: Ignoring a legally issued protective or restraining order.
Penalties for Family Violence in Texas
- Class A Misdemeanor: Up to 1 year in jail and a $4,000 fine for first-time offenses.
- Third-Degree Felony: 2 to 10 years in prison for repeat offenders or cases involving serious bodily harm.
- Second-Degree Felony: 2 to 20 years in prison if a deadly weapon was involved or if the crime resulted in significant injury.
Our Legal Defense Strategy
The experienced attorneys at Victoria Barr Law will develop a strong defense by:
- Challenging inconsistent statements from alleged victims or witnesses
- Proving lack of intent or false accusations
- Providing evidence of self-defense
- Negotiating plea agreements or seeking case dismissals
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Call Us Now: 214-799-3961How to Begin Your Defense
- Schedule a Consultation: Discuss your charges with our experienced attorneys.
- Develop a Legal Defense Plan: We’ll create a strategy tailored to your specific situation.
- Protect Your Rights: We’ll advocate for you throughout all legal proceedings.
Client Success Stories
“Victoria Barr Law fought tirelessly for my family violence case. Their professionalism and understanding made all the difference.” – Jessica M.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Family Violence
Assault Family Violence involves intentionally causing bodily injury, threatening harm, or making offensive physical contact with a family or household member. This includes current or former spouses, parents, siblings, or someone in a dating relationship.
Continuous Family Violence refers to committing two or more acts of family violence within a 12-month period. This charge carries more severe penalties than a single instance of family violence.
Aggravated Assault Family Violence involves causing serious bodily injury or using a deadly weapon against a family or household member. It is classified as a felony in Texas and can lead to lengthy prison sentences.
Violating a protective order in Texas is a criminal offense that can lead to jail time, fines, or additional charges. This includes contacting, harassing, or approaching someone protected under the order.
Penalties vary depending on the severity of the offense. They can range from misdemeanor charges with fines and probation to felony charges with significant prison time.
Yes, self-defense is a valid defense if you can demonstrate that you acted to protect yourself from imminent harm or danger. An attorney can help you build this defense.
Prosecutors typically rely on testimony from victims, police reports, medical records, and any past protective orders to establish a pattern of abuse over time.
To obtain a protective order, you must file a request with the court, showing that you are in danger or have been a victim of family violence. An attorney can guide you through the process.
A Family Violence conviction can lead to a permanent criminal record, impact child custody decisions, prevent firearm possession, and hinder job opportunities.
An experienced attorney can evaluate the evidence, challenge the prosecution’s case, negotiate plea deals, and advocate for reduced or dismissed charges in court.