Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas
Difference
What is the difference between Domestic Violenice - Family Violence - & Assult Contact FV? My boyfriend's daughter came at him swinging and tried three times to hit him. He open hand slapped her in the face - she is 21 - 6'0'' and at 240 pounds. He was arrested and charged with Assualt (Contact) FV with a classificatin of domestic violence. His bond was $300.00
She does not (nor has she ever lived with him - in fact she is not biologically his daughter)
Thank you
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Difference
He may not qualify for family violence designation. However, the penalties for a first offense are no different than if there were no family designation. The main question here appears to be whether he acted in self-defense which if he did should result in a dismissal or acquittal. He should seek qualified legal advice.
Wes Ball
(817)860-5000
Related Questions & Answers
-
Asault with a mottor vehicle I would like to know, What are the possible charges for... Asked 10/22/01, 6:46 pm in United States Texas Criminal Law
-
Sealed indictments what does sealed indictment mean? Asked 10/19/01, 3:05 am in United States Texas Criminal Law
-
Police Jurisdiction What are the powers of police officers outside their... Asked 10/18/01, 4:32 pm in United States Texas Criminal Law
-
State picking up charges Will the state of Texas pick up charges on a case if the... Asked 10/09/01, 7:39 am in United States Texas Criminal Law
-
Texas photography laws as of 9/1/01 A friend of mine takes pictures of womens... Asked 10/04/01, 2:44 pm in United States Texas Criminal Law
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
