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Charged with Murder, Aggravated Assault, or Another Violent Crime? Act Immediately.
If you’ve been arrested or are under investigation for a violent crime in Texas, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Violent crimes—such as murder, aggravated assault, domestic violence, or weapons offenses—carry the most severe penalties under Texas law: multi-decade prison sentences, unlimited fines, and lifelong consequences. Prosecutors move quickly, often assuming guilt and building strong cases. That’s why quick, and vigorous defense is essential. These charges carry not only the threat of severe criminal penalties, but also permanent damage to your reputation, your career, and your freedom.
We understand the fear and uncertainty you’re facing. At The Napier Law Firm, our experienced Houston criminal defense team provides fast, strategic representation to protect your rights from the moment you’re contacted by law enforcement. We represent individuals across Houston, The Woodlands, Montgomery County, and Fort Bend County facing life-altering allegations. We respond immediately, build tailored defense strategies, and fight relentlessly to protect your rights.
📞 Contact us now for a free and confidential consultation.
Our Violent Crime Defense Practice Areas
At The Napier Law Firm, we defend clients against a wide range of violent offenses in state and federal court, throughout Houston, The Woodlands, Montgomery County, and Fort Bend County, including:
Murder and Manslaughter
When you’re accused of taking another person’s life, there’s no room for error. We provide an intensive, evidence-driven defense for charges including:
- Murder
- Capital Murder
- Voluntary Manslaughter
- Criminally Negligent Homicide
We explore every angle—from mistaken identity to self-defense—to ensure your rights are protected.
Assault and Aggravated Assault
We handle:
- Simple Assault (Class A or B Misdemeanor)
- Aggravated Assault (Felony charges involving serious bodily injury or weapons)
- Assault on a public servant
- Assault involving strangulation
Domestic Violence / Assault-Family Violence
These charges are often filed after emotionally charged incidents and can lead to:
- Protective orders
- Firearm restrictions
- Felony enhancements
- Immigration complications for non-citizens
We defend clients falsely accused, those acting in self-defense, and individuals facing retaliatory accusations tied to divorce or custody disputes.
Weapons Offenses
Many violent crime charges are accompanied by:
- Unlawful carrying of a weapon
- Felon in possession of a firearm
- Use of a firearm in the commission of a crime
- Improper discharge of a firearm
Our team understands both Texas constitutional carry laws and federal firearm regulations.
No-Contact Order Violations
Violating a protective or no-contact order can result in additional charges. We help clients address these allegations while protecting their rights and minimizing damage.
Other offenses we defend include:
- Robbery
- Kidnapping
- Carjacking
- Felony DWI Causing Serious Injury or Death
Understanding Homicide Charges in Texas
Texas classifies homicide into four main categories:
- Capital Murder – Reserved for the most severe cases (e.g. killing a police officer, murder-for-hire, multiple victims)—punishable by life or death
- Murder – Intentionally or knowingly causing death, or causing death during the commission of another felony
- Manslaughter – Causing death recklessly
- Criminally Negligent Homicide – Causing death through criminal negligence
Each offense carries distinct legal thresholds, penalties, and defense strategies.
Texas Violent Crime Penalties: Know What’s at Stake
| Offense Type | Possible Punishment |
|---|---|
| Capital Murder | Life without parole or death penalty 💀 |
| First-Degree Felony | 5–99 years, up to $10,000 fine |
| Second-Degree Felony | 2–20 years, up to $10,000 fine |
| Third-Degree Felony | 2–10 years, up to $10,000 fine |
| State Jail Felony | 6 months–2 years, up to $10,000 fine |
| Misdemeanor Assault | Up to 1 year in jail, up to $4,000 fine |
Factors like weapon use, victim status, or alleged gang ties can significantly increase penalties—possibly leading to capital charges with life or death sentences.
These are not charges you can afford to take lightly. You need a defense team that understands how to challenge evidence, question the investigation, and fight aggressively at trial if necessary.
What Are the Collateral Consequences of a Violent Crime Conviction?
A violent crime conviction can impact your life in ways beyond prison time and fines:
- Employment: Most employers conduct background checks. A violent felony can block job opportunities for years.
- Housing: Landlords may deny housing based on your record, especially for crimes involving violence.
- Gun Ownership: A conviction will likely revoke your right to possess firearms permanently.
- Immigration Status: Non-citizens may face removal or be denied naturalization.
- Professional Licensing: Teachers, nurses, real estate agents, and other licensed professionals may lose their credentials.
- Social Impact: Felony convictions carry stigma and can strain or sever family relationships and friendships.
That’s why mounting a strong defense from day one is essential.
What Could Be Your Defense?At The Napier Law Firm, we tailor your defense based on the facts and legal context of your case. Some commonly successful strategies include:
- Self-Defense: You had the legal right to protect yourself or someone else from imminent harm. You were responding to a home invasion, sexual assault, or armed robbery. You were defending property during nighttime burglary or arson. You were preventing murder, kidnapping, or aggravated robbery.
- Defense of Others: You acted to prevent violence against another person.
- Lack of Intent: The prosecution cannot prove you intended to cause harm or commit a crime.
- False Allegations: We uncover evidence of motives to lie—such as custody disputes or personal revenge.
- Mistaken Identity: You were wrongly identified as the perpetrator. Wrongful arrests happen—especially when police prematurely zero in on one suspect. We work quickly to preserve evidence, gather alibi witnesses, review surveillance footage, and identify alternative suspects the police may have overlooked.
- Constitutional Violations: We challenge any unlawful search, seizure, arrest, or denial of your rights.
We build powerful defenses rooted in self-defense, defense of others, and stand-your-ground law, and we work fast to develop the factual foundation that supports them.
We work with forensic experts, private investigators, and digital evidence analysts to expose weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.
Understanding Aggravated Assault in the Houston Area
Living in dynamic neighborhoods like Montrose, Midtown, The Heights, or The Woodlands comes with increased law enforcement presence. Charges of aggravated assault—particularly those involving firearms or public places—are pursued aggressively by Harris County and Montgomery County prosecutors.
We’re deeply familiar with local court systems, judges, and prosecutors. This insider knowledge allows us to anticipate their strategies and prepare an effective defense specific to the local legal climate.
Act Quickly – Time Matters in Violent Crime Defense
The sooner you hire a defense attorney, the more we can do to help:
- Secure witness statements before memories fade
- Collect surveillance footage before it’s erased
- Preserve digital evidence and phone data
- Stop charges from being filed or influence how prosecutors proceed
📞 Don’t wait. Contact The Napier Law Firm now.
How We Defend Violent Crime Accusations
Drawing on best practices from Houston’s leading defense teams, our process includes:
- Immediate Case Assessment
- Evaluating arrest protocols, search legality, and available defenses
- Evidence Collection
- Reviewing police reports, body cams, surveillance, and physical evidence
- Employing private investigators and forensic experts when needed
- Legal Motions
- Filing motions to suppress illegally obtained evidence
- Contesting invalid stops, arrests, or interrogation tactics
- Defense Strategy
- Mounting self-defense, defense of others, or lack-of-intent defenses
- Highlighting provocation, mistaken identity, or alibi scenarios
- Trial Readiness
- Preparing for trial with expert witnesses, jury selection, and cross-examination
- Fighting for dismissal, acquittal, or reduced charges through plea negotiation when it serves our clients’ interests
Why Choose The Napier Law Firm
- Former Prosecutors who understand both sides of the courtroom
- Extensive Trial Experience, including violent felony and murder cases
- Regionally Focused—deep insight into Houston, The Woodlands, Montgomery & Fort Bend court systems
- Proven Results—history of suppressed evidence, dismissed charges, and negotiated resolutions
- Client-Focused Approach—available 24/7, transparent, communicative, and relentlessly dedicated to your case
Common Client Questions
Can murder charges be reduced?
Yes. With strong evidence, capital or first-degree murder charges may be reduced to manslaughter or negligence-based offenses.
Is a self-defense claim valid?
Texas law allows deadly force when one reasonably believes it’s necessary to protect themselves or others. This defense can lead to dismissal if properly established.
How soon do I need to act?
Immediately. Investigations begin within hours—early attorney involvement is vital to preserve evidence and block unlawful procedures.
What if I didn’t present a weapon?
Even without using a weapon, violent crime defendants may face felony charges. Our strategy targets confession issues, intent, and lack of aggressive conduct.
Take Action Today
If you’re facing violent crime or murder charges in Houston, The Woodlands, Montgomery County, or Fort Bend County, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney now.
📞 Call The Napier Law Firm today for a free, confidential case evaluation and let us begin building your defense.🛡️ When your freedom—and possibly your life—is on the line, count on us to fight harder than anyone else.