Violent Crimes
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The Texas Penal Code protects people from harm at the hands of others by imposing harsh and severe penalties when someone commits a violent crime. Allegations of aggravated assault, sexual assault, murder, manslaughter and robbery could lead to a conviction and incarceration in prison.
If you have been charged with committing a violent crime, you want the attorney representing you to have the experience, knowledge, and courtroom skills to be capable of challenging the evidence with an intelligent and aggressive defense. Former Travis County prosecutor Rick Cofer gives you the tough, hard-hitting legal representation you need when your freedom and future are at stake.
Understanding How Police Investigate Violent Crimes Violent crimes involve the use or threat of force and frequently include the use of a gun, knife, or other deadly weapon. Investigations are handled by seasoned law enforcement personnel and prosecuted by the most experienced prosecutors in the county.
His years spent as a prosecutor give Rick Cofer first-hand knowledge of the methods used by police and prosecutors to develop and present evidence to support all types of violent crimes cases, including:
Understanding Texas law and its application in a given situation is important to a successful defense strategy. For example, intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causing bodily injury to a family member or significant other is usually a misdemeanor offense. However, the same offense involving strangulation or suffocation can result in charges for violating Texas Penal Code §21.01(b)(2)(B), which is a felony of the third degree punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000. A thorough evaluation of the facts and the evidence along with an independent investigation by the defense is essential to challenging the prosecution version of what took place.
A Proven Record of Success Rick Cofer has successfully defended individuals charged with violent crimes through strategic, aggressive, and innovative defense strategies.
If you have been charged with committing a violent crime, you want the attorney representing you to have the experience, knowledge, and courtroom skills to be capable of challenging the evidence with an intelligent and aggressive defense. Former Travis County prosecutor Rick Cofer gives you the tough, hard-hitting legal representation you need when your freedom and future are at stake.
Understanding How Police Investigate Violent Crimes Violent crimes involve the use or threat of force and frequently include the use of a gun, knife, or other deadly weapon. Investigations are handled by seasoned law enforcement personnel and prosecuted by the most experienced prosecutors in the county.
His years spent as a prosecutor give Rick Cofer first-hand knowledge of the methods used by police and prosecutors to develop and present evidence to support all types of violent crimes cases, including:
- Domestic violence
- Homicide
- Sexual assault and rape
- Aggravated assault
- Kidnapping
- Robbery
Understanding Texas law and its application in a given situation is important to a successful defense strategy. For example, intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causing bodily injury to a family member or significant other is usually a misdemeanor offense. However, the same offense involving strangulation or suffocation can result in charges for violating Texas Penal Code §21.01(b)(2)(B), which is a felony of the third degree punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000. A thorough evaluation of the facts and the evidence along with an independent investigation by the defense is essential to challenging the prosecution version of what took place.
A Proven Record of Success Rick Cofer has successfully defended individuals charged with violent crimes through strategic, aggressive, and innovative defense strategies.
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