Assault Case Results in Collin, TX

Charge

Injury to a Child, Elderly, or Disabled Individual

Location

Collin County, 380th District Court

Allegations

The case arose from a family visit where our client demonstrated self-defense techniques to a child relative, allowing the child to practice the moves. The child later became upset and told a parent they were hurt, then apologized, and there were no clear photos or medical records of injury. We gathered the text exchanges that explained the context, highlighted inconsistencies in the child’s accounts, and noted that child-protection investigators found no wrongdoing and that recent sports activity could explain minor bruising. Confronted with these issues, the state reduced the charge and offered deferred probation.

Charge

Assault - Family Violence by Impeding Breath or Circulation

Location

Collin County, County Court at Law 1

Allegations

Police were called after a family argument in a vehicle turned into a tug-of-war over car keys and both people fell to the ground. The arrest report alleged our client used a choke-style hold, elevating the case to a strangulation charge, which the client consistently denied. We scrutinized the police reports, emphasized that the struggle centered on the keys rather than any attempt to impede breathing, and noted the complainant’s willingness to cooperate. After firm negotiations, the state reduced the charge and the client received credit for time served.

Charge

Assault - Family Violence

Location

Collin County, County Court at Law 7

Allegations

Police were called after a domestic dispute at a residence, and our client was arrested for assault family violence despite no reported injuries. The complainant made clear they did not wish to pursue the case. The state later offered a plea to a lower class offense with probation, but the client needed a clean outcome. We gathered an affidavit of non prosecution from the complainant, documented the client's proactive completion of an anger management course, and highlighted weaknesses in the evidence. After sustained pressure and meetings with the DA's office, the prosecution dismissed the case.

Charge

Assault - Family Violence by Strangulation

Location

Collin County, None

Allegations

A domestic argument escalated to pushing, and the complainant reported that the client put hands near the neck. The client had a bite mark from the encounter, and a family member called police afterward. We moved quickly to address bond conditions and reviewed the statements and potential witness accounts, which were limited and disputed. We coordinated with the prosecutor on a family witness interview and provided proof that the client had already completed an anger management class. In light of the disputed facts and mitigating steps, the state dismissed the case.

Charge

Assault - Family Violence (Class C)

Location

Collin County, Plano Municipal Court

Allegations

Police were called after a domestic argument that briefly turned physical. The complainant initially told 911 the client was being beaten, then later said that was an exaggeration and described only brief contact. The client received a citation rather than being arrested, and no photos were taken. We documented the changed account and emphasized the inconsistency and lack of corroborating evidence to the prosecutor. With the complainant not wishing to pursue the case, the prosecution dismissed the charge.

Charge

Assault - Family Violence (Class C)

Location

Collin County, Frisco Municipal Court

Allegations

A domestic argument at a home led to a 911 call and a Class C family violence charge after police took statements from several family members. The allegation was that our client pushed a household member and made offensive contact. We investigated the reports and gathered context showing the episode occurred during a mental health crisis, after which the client began treatment and stabilized. The complaining witness conveyed their aim was help, not punishment. We presented this to the prosecutor and challenged the case. The charge was dismissed.

Charge

Assault Causing Bodily Injury

Location

Collin County, County Court at Law 6

Allegations

Police responded to a domestic dispute after a heated argument at a residence. The other party had a minor scratch, asked officers not to arrest, and refused to let them photograph the injury. Our client, still upset, told police she might have caused the scratch and was taken into custody. We compiled context showing a chaotic scene, including a witness account of the other party's aggression and property damage, and emphasized the lack of corroborated injury. The state agreed to dismiss after our client completed a brief anger management course and made a small charitable donation.