San Marcos Violent Crime Lawyers
Relentlessly Protecting Your Rights
The state of Texas takes all criminal offenses seriously, but this is especially true of violent crimes. If you have been charged with or are under investigation for a violent crime, it is essential that you have a skilled defense team on your side. A conviction will likely result in prison time, expensive fines, and irreparable damage to your reputation and daily life—but Smith & Vinson Law Firm can help you fight your charges and work to protect your future.
With more than 67 years of combined experience, including experience as former prosecutors, our San Marcos violent crime attorneys understand the gravity of your situation and the importance of mounting a strong defense. We are prepared to aggressively advocate for you and seek the best possible outcome in your case.
Call (512) 359-3743 or contact us online to get started with a free, confidential consultation.
Violent Crimes: Understanding Your Charges
Violent crimes encompass a range of offenses where force or threat of force is used against another person.
In Texas, these crimes can include but are not limited to:
- Assault: Intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causing bodily injury to another person, or intentionally or knowingly threatening harm or causing contact that the victim finds or may find offensive
- Domestic Violence: Assault committed against a family or household member, including current or former spouses, current or former dating partners, children, people with whom one shares children, or other relatives
- Kidnapping: Unlawfully restraining another person with the intent to prevent their liberation or to facilitate the commission of a felony
- Murder/Manslaughter: Unlawfully causing the death of another person, whether through intentional acts, recklessness, or negligence
- Robbery: Theft from another person or in their presence by force or threat of force
- Sexual Assault: Any form of non-consensual sexual contact, including rape
These offenses carry severe penalties in Texas, including lengthy prison sentences, substantial fines, and long-term consequences on your personal and professional life, such as irreparable damage to your reputation, the loss of professional licenses, difficulty obtaining a job, and restrictions on where you can live or go.
How Our Violent Crime Defense Attorneys Can Help
At Smith & Vinson Law Firm, we help people accused of violent crimes by providing strategic, personalized defenses. Our goal is to achieve the best possible outcome for your case, whether through negotiation, dismissal of charges, or vigorous defense at trial. We work tirelessly to protect your rights and ensure that you receive a fair and just legal process.
Contact us today to request a free consultation with one of our San Marcos violent crimes attorneys. We can answer your questions and provide the guidance you need during this challenging time.
Our Client Reviews
Earning Our Reputation by Protecting Yours
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Smith and Vinson are absolutely incredible! They go above and beyond to help their clients and have a track record of success in getting cases dismissed. Their aggressive approach and unwavering dedication make them stand out from the rest.- Linda W.
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What sets this firm apart is their unwavering dedication to their clients. They listen attentively, provide clear guidance, and approach every case with the utmost diligence. Their attention to detail is truly impressive, and they leave no stone unturned.- Former Client
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When in battle you need people by your side who are fierce enough to face the opposition with you. Brad and Jarod far exceeded my expectations with their passion for winning and attention to detail.- Nikki C.
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After the Jury was selected, the first witness was called to the stand, and Brad and Jarrod imploded the State's case. Moments later, the case was dismissed. I couldn't be any more thankful for Smith & Vinson.- Former Client
A Proven Track Record
Check Out Our Recent Case Results
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Not Guilty 2nd DWI
911 caller reported a major rollover, single car accident. EMS and fire arrived on scene. They had to break the window to get our client out of the car. He said he had swerved to miss a deer and had been up close to 18 hours before the crash. Police later arrived on scene, spoke to our client and he admitted to coming from a bar and drinking 2 martinis.
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Not Guilty 2nd DWI
Our client was pulled over for a traffic violation. Officer smelled alcohol, client admitted to consuming a few drinks. Officer also noted slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. Client performed the SFST’s (roadside tests). Officer said he failed all 3, eye test, walk and turn and one-leg stand. Officer placed client under arrest and asked him for a sample of breath and/or blood. Client refused. Officer did not get a blood warrant.
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Case Dismissed 2nd DWI
Our client was involved in a vehicle accident in La Grange where she was ejected from the vehicle and had to stay in the hospital. There was alcohol in the car, and she had prior DWIs. The ethanol levels in her blood came back at a .13 so she was charged with Driving While Intoxicated. This client was unaware that she was charged after she left the hospital which resulted in the charge of Bail Jumping. However she maintained that she had only an 8% functioning liver due and upon researching her medical hist
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Deferred Adjudication Aggravated Assault & Tampering with Evidence
Our client was involved in a verbal dispute that turned into an altercation where a firearm was discharged into the ground. The round ricocheted and grazed a party to the dispute. Our client was facing multiple felony convictions and a prison sentence.
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Deferred Adjudication Aggravated Assault Family Violence w/ Serious Bodily Injury
Our client was involved in a domestic altercation that resulted in one of the parties sustaining a very serious life -altering injury that required serious medical intervention. We took the case and approached our defense with heavy strong willed negotiations with the State.
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Rejected Pre-Indictment Aggravated Assault Strangulation/Impeding Airway Investigation