New Braunfels Assault & Violent Crimes Lawyer
Violent crime accusations are some of the most damaging you can face — not just legally, but personally and professionally as well. If you’ve been charged with assault or another violent offense in New Braunfels or Comal County, you’re likely worried about your freedom, your future, and what steps you should take next.
At The Law Offices of David C. Hardaway, our New Braunfels assault & violent crime defense lawyers know how fast these cases move and how high the stakes are. One moment of conflict, one false accusation, or one misunderstanding can lead to a felony charge and years of consequences. Our job is to step in quickly, protect your rights, and start building a smart, aggressive defense tailored to the facts of your case.
We Defend Against the Full Range of Violent Crime Charges in New Braunfels
Violent offenses in Texas include a wide range of crimes involving force or the threat of force. These cases are typically prosecuted aggressively, especially if the alleged victim is a family member, child, or public servant — and the consequences can escalate quickly.
We represent clients in New Braunfels accused of all kinds of violent crimes, including:
- Assault Causing Bodily Injury
- Aggravated Assault
- Assault Family Violence
- Injury to a Child or Elderly Person
- Deadly Conduct
- Terroristic Threats
- Robbery and Aggravated Robbery
- Child Abandonment or Endangerment
- Manslaughter and Criminally Negligent Homicide
- Murder
Even misdemeanor-level charges can result in jail time, probation, fines, and a permanent criminal record. Felony convictions carry even harsher consequences, including long prison sentences and loss of civil rights like voting and firearm ownership. We take every charge seriously, and we fight to reduce, dismiss, or defeat them altogether.
What You Need to Know About Assault Charges in New Braunfels
Texas law defines assault broadly. You don’t need to cause serious injury to be charged. You can be arrested for causing bodily injury to another person (even if it’s minor), but you can also be charged for merely threatening someone with imminent harm or simply making offensive or provocative physical contact.
Assault charges often arise from fights, domestic disputes, or heated arguments that get out of hand. Police in New Braunfels are often quick to arrest someone when they’re called to the scene, even if the evidence is unclear or the other person doesn’t want to press charges.
Domestic Violence and Assault Family Violence Cases
If the alleged victim is a spouse, partner, roommate, or family member, you could be charged with Assault Family Violence, and the consequences are far more serious than those for a standard assault. A conviction for Assault Family Violence can bar you from owning firearms, show up on background checks for life, impact custody, divorce, and child visitation, and result in long-term protective orders or no-contact orders.
We’ve handled many of these cases in Comal County courts and understand both the law and the local procedures. Whether you were falsely accused, acted in self-defense, or were caught in a complicated domestic situation, we will listen to your side and push back against assumptions.
Aggravated Assault and Use of Weapons
If the alleged assault involved a weapon or caused serious bodily injury, you might be facing aggravated assault, a second-degree felony punishable by 2 to 20 years in prison. If the alleged victim was a public servant, security guard, or certain other individuals, the charge could be bumped up to a first-degree felony — meaning a potential sentence of up to life in prison.
We aggressively challenge every element of these cases, asking critical questions such as:
- Was the weapon actually used or even present?
- Were the injuries really “serious bodily injury” as defined by law?
- Was there provocation, mutual combat, or self-defense?
- Was the identification accurate?
A charge doesn’t equal a conviction, and our goal is to make sure your side of the story is fully heard and supported by a strong legal strategy.
What To Do If You’ve Been Accused of a Violent Crime in New Braunfels
If you’ve been arrested or believe you’re under investigation for assault or another violent crime, don’t talk to police without an attorney present, even if you’re just trying to “clear things up.” Also, avoid contact with the alleged victim, even if you believe you can resolve things informally. Most importantly, call a defense attorney immediately. The earlier we get involved, the more options we may have to resolve the case before it escalates.
The prosecution is already building a case against you. We make sure you have someone building a case in your favor with the facts, law, and strategic thinking needed to push back.
Why Clients in New Braunfels Trust David C. Hardaway
We don’t believe in scare tactics or sugarcoating. We give you the straight answers you need, the legal insight your case demands, and the fierce advocacy your future deserves.
Here’s what you can expect when you hire us:
- Immediate action – We jump in right away to protect your rights, evaluate the evidence, and determine next steps.
- Personal communication – We keep you informed at every stage of the case so you’re never in the dark.
- Custom strategy – Every case is different. We tailor your defense based on the facts, charges, and your personal goals.
- Proven results – We’ve successfully defended hundreds of people facing serious criminal charges across Comal and surrounding counties.
Take Control of Your Case Today
If you or a loved one has been accused of assault or another violent crime in New Braunfels, don’t wait to see what happens next. Contact The Law Offices of David C. Hardaway today for a consultation. We’ll review the charges, explain your rights, and start building the strongest possible defense. Your freedom is worth fighting for, and we’re ready to fight. Call today or reach out online to get started.
