San Antonio Assault Attorney

An assault allegation can escalate quickly in San Antonio. Police respond fast and many assumptions are made at the scene. If you are already facing a charge or expect one to be filed, you need a defense that moves with purpose and examines the case from every angle — not a generic response.

At The Law Office of Rene A. Flores PLLC, your defense is led directly by Attorney Rene A. Flores, a former prosecutor, long-serving Municipal Judge, and the only ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist in South Texas. That combination matters in assault cases because these charges often turn on interpretation, physical evidence, medical documentation, and the credibility of everyone involved. Understanding how prosecutors evaluate assault cases shapes how we respond from day one.

You speak directly with Attorney Flores, not layers of staff, from start to finish. Call (956) 606-3606 to start with a free consultation.

A Defense That Uses Insight from Every Corner of the Justice System

Assault cases are decided on more than a single report. They involve interpretations, timing, witness reliability, medical assessments, and the sequence of events leading to the accusation. Attorney Flores brings a background that strengthens your defense at each stage:

• Former Prosecutor. He has evaluated assault cases from inside the government’s process. He understands what prosecutors consider weak, what they pursue aggressively, and where reasonable doubt often emerges.
• Former Municipal Judge. Years on the bench provide insight into how judges analyze credibility, evaluate force, and assess inconsistencies in testimony or evidence.
• Forensic Lawyer-Scientist. Assault cases involving alleged injuries benefit from scientific review. Understanding medical documentation, timelines, blood evidence, chemical interactions, and laboratory interpretation strengthens the defense, especially when the State’s claims hinge on physical findings.

This combination helps us prepare a defense that responds directly to the facts, avoids assumptions, and positions your case for the best possible outcome.

Receive Direct Access, Clear Communication, & Reliable Support

You deserve an attorney who is accessible, straightforward, and engaged in every part of your case. At The Law Office of Rene A. Flores PLLC, communication is consistent, expectations are clear, and you never feel like you are navigating the process alone. 

What you can expect from us:

• Direct Representation. Your case is handled by the attorney you meet on day one, not by associates or rotating staff.
• Free Initial Consultation. You receive guidance before making important decisions.
• English & Spanish Communication. Essential for clear communication in a city where many households use both languages.
• Prompt Responses & Clear Updates. You are not left waiting for information about your case.

Our office is located 10 to 15 minutes from major legal centers and the courthouse, which allows us to be by your side quickly for hearings, meetings, and any time-sensitive developments in your case. 

How We Build a Defense Against Assault Allegations

Assault charges turn on perspective, context, and the specific facts the State relies on. A strong defense requires more than reacting to allegations. It requires a careful examination of what actually happened and whether the evidence supports the accusation. We approach these cases with a structured review process that helps identify weaknesses early and positions you for the best possible outcome.

What We Examine

We conduct a targeted review of the evidence, focusing on the parts of the case that often shape how prosecutors move forward:

• The moments leading up to the incident. Whether the situation involved mutual escalation, defensive actions, or accidental contact.
• Initial statements and officer reports. Where accounts conflict, shift over time, or fail to match physical evidence.
• Injury and medical documentation. Whether reported injuries align with the narrative or suggest a different sequence of events.
• Witness reliability. How factors like intoxication, distance, or confusion may affect the accuracy of what was seen or heard.
• Digital and video evidence. Texts, call logs, surveillance footage, and messages that provide context or contradict allegations.

Defense Strategies We May Pursue

Once the facts are clear, we evaluate which defenses fit the evidence:

• Self-defense when force was used to protect against immediate harm.
• Defense of others when you acted to keep someone else safe.
• Defense of property in situations where contact occurred while preventing theft or damage.
• Mutual confrontation when both parties were active participants in the altercation.
• False or exaggerated claims when the evidence points away from the accusations.
• Lack of intent or accidental contact when the physical contact was unintended or unavoidable.

Each defense is matched to the facts, not assumptions. Our goal is to build a strategy that withstands scrutiny from prosecutors and the court while protecting your future at every step.

Our Proactive Approach to an Assault Arrest

Assault cases begin moving the moment an arrest occurs. The sooner we get involved, the sooner we can preserve evidence that tends to disappear fast, including video footage, digital messages, and witness recollections. Early action also helps address protective order issues that may affect where you can stay, who you may contact, or whether you can return home while the case is pending.

Quick involvement is just as important for the decisions that happen behind the scenes. Prosecutors often make charging and offer-related choices early, sometimes before you ever step inside a courtroom. Bond conditions and no-contact orders can create separate legal problems if mishandled, and we want you prepared before those restrictions are set. Acting promptly gives you more control, more information, and a defense that begins before the State has the opportunity to shape the narrative uncontested.

Understanding What an Assault Charge Means in Texas

Texas assault statutes are broad and sometimes surprising. Many people accused of assault did not expect to be charged because the law covers far more than causing injury. It includes threats, physical contact, and actions that officers interpret as harmful or provocative. Before making decisions about your case, you should understand the level of charge you are facing.

Misdemeanor Assault

Texas law classifies several acts as misdemeanor assault, including:

• Class C Assault. Threats of violence or physical contact considered offensive or provocative.
• Class B Assault. Assault against a sports participant during or in retaliation for a performance.
• Class A Assault. Causing bodily injury without aggravating factors. Also includes offensive or provocative physical contact (not bodily injury) involving an elderly person or disabled person.

Felony Assault

Felony charges escalate quickly and carry severe consequences:

• Third-Degree Felony Assault. Assault on a public servant, emergency personnel, or a government contractor performing official duties. Also applies to assault against a family or household member when the accused has prior convictions or when the allegation includes impeding breathing or circulation (choking/strangulation).
• Second-Degree Felony Assault. Assault involving a family or household member or dating partner with prior convictions, where the allegation claims impeded breathing or circulation.
• Second-Degree Aggravated Assault. Assault causing serious bodily injury or involving use of or exhibition of a deadly weapon. This is the default classification for aggravated assault.
• First-Degree Aggravated Assault. Aggravated assault is elevated to first-degree under specific aggravating circumstances, such as using a deadly weapon against a family member while causing serious bodily injury or causing traumatic injury resulting in persistent vegetative state, or irreversible paralysis.

What This Means for Your Case

These categories affect bail, evidence expectations, sentencing ranges, and how aggressively the State pursues the case. Attorney Flores understands how these distinctions influence negotiations, motions, and trial strategy, and we use that knowledge to protect your rights and develop your defense.

Get clear and strategic legal guidance after an assault charge. Call (956) 606-3606 or reach out online to secure your free consultation with Attorney Flores.