Violent Crimes Defense Attorneys in Texarkana

Aggressive Defense for Charges of Violent Crimes in East Texas

Any crime that involves the use of violence, whether it results in physical injury or death, is considered a violent crime. Violent crimes can be charged at both the state and federal levels. The punishments for a conviction are severe and can include hefty fines and lengthy prison sentences.

If you have been arrested for a violent crime in the Texarkana area, having an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side is vital. The legal team at Potter & Marks, PLLC can help. Our attorneys have over 25 years of combined legal experience and are dedicated to providing our clients with the aggressive defense they need.

Call our lawyers at (870) 335-3052 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.

Types of Violent Crimes in Texas

Violent crimes can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the case's specific circumstances. Felony charges carry more severe penalties, including longer prison sentences and larger fines.

Some common types of violent crimes include:

• Assault and battery: Although assault and battery are two separate crimes, they are often charged together. Assault is the threat of violence, while battery is the act of violence.
• Aggravated assault: This charge is reserved for cases in which the assault was committed with a deadly weapon or the assault caused serious injury to the victim.
• Domestic violence: Domestic violence involves an act of violence committed against a family member or someone with whom the alleged perpetrator shares a household.
• Homicide: Homicide is the act of killing another person. If the killing was intentional, it is considered murder. If the killing was unintentional, it is considered manslaughter.
• Robbery: This is the act of stealing something from another person's immediate possession by using force or the threat of force.
• Carjacking: Carjacking is a specific type of robbery that involves stealing a vehicle from its driver.
• Arson: Although arson is not considered a violent crime, it is often charged as such because it involves intentionally destroying property.
• Stalking: Stalking is the act of repeatedly following, harassing, or threatening another person in a way that makes that person fear for their safety.
• Terroristic threats: Making a threat that suggests that an act of terrorism is imminent, even if the threat is not credible, is a serious crime.
• Sexual assault: This involves unwanted sexual contact that occurs without the consent of the victim.