Experienced Defense Attorney in Assault Charges
An assault charge can arise from a heated argument, a misunderstanding, or a situation that escalated in a matter of seconds. While many people assume assault cases always involve serious physical injuries, Texas law allows prosecutors to pursue assault charges in a wide range of circumstances—including cases where there is little or no visible injury.
At Odefey, Witte, Wall, & Villafranca, LLP, attorney Jordan G. Fries represents clients charged with assault throughout Victoria, Port Lavaca, and surrounding South Texas communities. As a former prosecutor, he understands how these cases are evaluated and why the facts behind the allegation often tell a much different story than the initial police report.
Assault cases vary significantly depending on the circumstances and the relationship between the people involved. Common allegations include:
One detail that surprises many people is that an assault charge does not always depend on the severity of an injury. In some situations, prosecutors may proceed based largely on witness statements, photographs, body camera footage, or the statements made by the people involved immediately after the incident.
The penalties for assault depend on the specific allegation, whether anyone was injured, and the relationship between the parties involved.
A conviction may result in:
Even when an assault charge begins as a misdemeanor, the long-term consequences can extend well beyond the criminal case itself.
Every assault case begins with a simple question: What actually happened?
Police officers often arrive after the incident has ended and must rely on conflicting accounts from witnesses or the individuals involved.
Jordan reviews those statements alongside body camera footage, surveillance video, photographs, medical records, and any available electronic communications to determine whether they support the allegation.
Assault charges often move quickly, and the first version of events presented to prosecutors is not always the complete one.
Jordan Fries brings the perspective of a former felony prosecutor who understands what evidence prosecutors rely upon when deciding whether to pursue or reduce criminal charges. He provides practical guidance, straightforward advice, and a thoughtful evaluation of the facts from the outset.
