Accused of Domestic Violence or Assault in Texas? Your Name Is Worth Defending.
A family violence charge in Texas can cost you your reputation, your housing, your custody rights, and — if you are not a citizen — your immigration status. An accusation is not a conviction. Before this goes any further, you need a DFW domestic violence defense lawyer who understands exactly what is at stake.
What a Family Violence or Assault Charge Means in Texas
Texas treats family violence charges seriously, and prosecutors often pursue them aggressively — even when the complaining party wants the case dropped. A conviction for assault or family violence can result in jail time, a permanent criminal record, loss of gun rights, and mandatory protective orders that affect where you can live and when you can see your children.
For non-citizens, the consequences go further. Under federal immigration law, a family violence conviction is classified as a crime of moral turpitude or a crime of domestic violence, which can trigger deportation, bar you from adjusting your status, and disqualify you from green card eligibility, naturalization, and most forms of immigration relief. At Wincorn & Associates, we factor your immigration exposure into every defense decision from the start.
False Accusations — and Why They Happen
False and exaggerated allegations are more common in family violence cases than in almost any other criminal context. They arise during contentious divorces, custody disputes, and immigration proceedings. They sometimes follow arguments where police were called and someone had to be arrested under mandatory arrest policies. Being charged does not mean the evidence supports the charge — and we build our defense around that distinction.
Protective Orders and What They Mean for Your Life
A protective order can remove you from your home, restrict contact with your children, affect your employment, and create a paper trail that follows you into civil and immigration court. We challenge emergency protective orders and fight to modify or vacate orders that are based on incomplete or inaccurate information.
Assault Charges Beyond the Household
Not every assault charge involves a family member. Texas assault charges can arise from bar incidents, road rage, workplace altercations, or physical contact during a heated argument. Whether the charge involves a family member, a dating partner, or a stranger, the defense strategy must be built around the specific facts — not a template.
How We Investigate and Challenge the Evidence
We do not wait for the prosecution to build its case. Our team reviews 911 call recordings, body camera footage, medical records, text messages, and witness statements to identify inconsistencies and gaps. When physical evidence contradicts the accuser's account, we surface it. When witnesses were present, we find them.
Confidential, Multilingual Defense You Can Trust
We know that many of our clients are navigating this process in a second or third language, and that calling a lawyer for the first time takes courage. Our team speaks Arabic, Vietnamese, Mandarin, and Spanish. Every consultation is confidential. You can speak freely.
Charges We Defend Against
Our criminal defense team represents clients across the full range of family violence and assault charges in Texas, including:
- Assault — Class A misdemeanor and felony assault charges
- Family violence assault — first offense and repeat offense
- Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon
- Strangulation or impeding breathing — a third-degree felony under Texas law
- Continuous violence against the family
- Violation of a protective order
- Stalking and harassment charges connected to domestic situations
- Assault by contact
Each charge carries different penalties and different immigration consequences. We assess both from the moment you contact us.
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Why Immigration Status Changes Everything About Your Defense
If you hold a visa, a green card, pending immigration status, or a DACA grant, a family violence conviction is not just a criminal matter — it is an immigration emergency. Federal law bars individuals convicted of domestic violence offenses from most forms of immigration relief, and a single conviction can make a previously approvable green card application permanently inadmissible.
We coordinate your criminal defense with an awareness of immigration law so that plea agreements, deferred adjudication outcomes, and sentencing structures are evaluated for their immigration impact before you agree to anything. This is a standard part of how we defend non-citizen clients — not an add-on.
What Happens After You Call Us
When you contact Wincorn & Associates, here is what to expect:
- Same-day response. We understand that charges move quickly and that you may have a court date approaching.
- Confidential case review. We listen to your account in full before drawing any conclusions.
- Plain-language explanation. We explain exactly what you are charged with, what the prosecution must prove, and what your options are — without legal jargon.
- Immigration assessment. If you have any immigration status concerns, we flag them immediately.
- Clear next steps. You leave the consultation knowing what happens next and what we are doing on your behalf.
We serve clients throughout Dallas, Richardson, Garland, Arlington, Grand Prairie, Irving, Plano, Mesquite, Frisco, McKinney, and surrounding DFW communities. Both our Dallas and Arlington offices are available for in-person consultations.
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A charge is not a conviction. But the window to build a strong defense is short, and every day matters. Our team is ready to review your case, explain your options in plain language, and start building the defense your situation demands — in the language you are most comfortable in.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Family Violence Charges in Texas
What happens if I'm charged with family violence in Texas?
You will likely face a criminal charge of assault — family violence, which can be a misdemeanor or felony depending on the circumstances and any prior history. Texas law also allows the state to pursue the case even if the alleged victim does not want to press charges. A conviction can result in jail or prison time, a criminal record, loss of firearm rights, and mandatory protective orders. For non-citizens, it can also trigger deportation or bar immigration relief.Can a family violence case be dropped if the other person doesn't want to press charges?
In Texas, the decision to prosecute rests with the state, not the alleged victim. Prosecutors can and often do proceed even when the complaining party recants or refuses to cooperate. That said, a victim's lack of cooperation is a significant factor in how we build the defense — and we use every available tool to pursue dismissal or reduction.I was falsely accused. What can I do?
False accusations are a documented problem in family violence cases, particularly during divorce and custody disputes. We investigate the full factual record — communications, prior allegations, witness accounts, and physical evidence — to challenge the credibility of the accusation and present a clear picture of what actually happened. Being accused is not the same as being guilty, and we build the defense around that distinction.Will a domestic violence charge affect my immigration status?
A conviction for a domestic violence offense under Texas law can be classified as a crime of domestic violence under federal immigration law, which carries severe consequences — including deportation, bars to adjustment of status, and disqualification from naturalization. Even a deferred adjudication may have immigration consequences depending on your visa category and the specific charge. We assess this from the start of your case.How do I find an assault defense lawyer near me in DFW?
Wincorn & Associates has two offices serving the full DFW metro — one in Richardson (Dallas County) and one in Arlington (Tarrant County). We represent clients in Dallas, Garland, Plano, Irving, Grand Prairie, Mesquite, Frisco, McKinney, and surrounding communities. You can call our Dallas line at 214-630-1221 or our Arlington line at 817-795-0202 to schedule a free, confidential consultation.
Speak With a DFW Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer Today
A charge is not a conviction. But the window to build a strong defense is short, and every day matters. Our team is ready to review your case, explain your options in plain language, and start building the defense your situation demands — in the language you are most comfortable in.