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Assault / Aggravated Assault
Case Result - Aggravated Sexual Assault of a child and 2 counts of injury to a Child - Dismissed, Charges Reduced
Charges Dismissed, Charges Reduced. May 19, 2026 Guadalupe County Texas. Steve was originally charged by indictment with 2 counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a child and 2 counts of injury to a Child. The Aggravated Sexual Assault Charges have a penalty range of 5 year to life in prison, and injury to a child charges had a penalty range of 2 to 10 years in prison.
Attorney Bloomquist pointed out serious discrepancies in the evidence and the charges to prosecutors. One of the 2 boys made no outcry of sexual abuse. The defense also provided a plausible reason for the other boy to make a false allegation as he bristled at Steve's attempt to discipline the child. The Defense obtained a forensic psychologist to do a psho-sexual evaluation of Steve. The evaluation showed a very low propensity for Steve to commit such a crime.
Prosecutors after review agreed to drop the 2 counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault and reduced the injury to a child counts to Attempted Injury of a child (a State Jail Felony) which has a penalty range of 180 Days to 2 Years in the State Jail. Steve pled guilty to those reduced charges and accepted a sentence of 1 year in the State Jail and was given credit for time served in the county jail awaiting trial. He does not need to register has a sex offender and avoided considerable risks at trial.
Case Result - Assault - Dismissed
Client was arrested and charged with Assault family violence, he was already on probation for Driving while Intoxicated and a motion to revoke his probation had been filed. Prosecutors originally refused to dismiss the Assault charges, Mr. Bloomquist filed a motion for speedy trial, and set the case for trial. On the day of trial prosecutors dissmissed the assault charges. In a seperate court Mr. Bloomquist got the client back into compliance with his probation, he convinced the prosecutors and probation department to change their recomendations to revoke the client and after a brief hearing the judge agreed to continue the client on probation with no jail time.
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An assault or aggravated assault charge in San Antonio can have serious consequences. Depending on the allegations and circumstances, a conviction may result in jail or prison time, fines, a criminal record, and consequences that can affect your employment, family, and future.
The difference between assault and aggravated assault can also significantly change the severity of the case. Allegations involving serious bodily injury, a deadly weapon, or certain victims can result in much more serious charges.
San Antonio assault and aggravated assault attorney Larry Bloomquist represents individuals accused of violent offenses and works to protect their rights throughout the criminal process. If you've been arrested, charged, or are under investigation, getting experienced legal guidance early can be an important part of protecting your defense.
An assault is any type of intentional, knowing, or reckless physical contact that causes bodily injury (pain). Generally, this is a Class A misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $4,000 and up to 365 days in the county jail, and / or a probated term of up to 2 years.
Examples of assault can include:
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Hitting
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Striking
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Kicking
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Punching
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Choking
San Antonio Assault Defense Attorney
Texas assault cases can arise from many different circumstances, including arguments, physical altercations, accusations involving threats, and allegations of unwanted physical contact.
Not every assault allegation tells the complete story. Witnesses may have conflicting accounts, statements can be taken out of context, and questions may exist about who initiated the confrontation or whether someone was acting in self-defense.
A San Antonio assault attorney can examine the circumstances surrounding the allegation, review the evidence against you, and identify potential weaknesses in the prosecution's case.
An aggravated assault can be committed by threatening or causing bodily injury (pain) while using or displaying a deadly weapon. Serious bodily injury causes a substantial risk of death or disfigurement or long-term impairment. Generally, aggravated assault is a second-degree felony punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000 and up to 20 years confinement in prison.
When charged with a violent crime, the stakes are raised. Prosecutors faced with a community demanding they "get tough on crime" have their backs to the wall. You could be facing serious jail time as well as having a record of a violent crime that will follow you for the rest of your life. Having an experienced and able trial attorney can make all the difference in your outcome.
Larry Bloomquist carefully evaluates the facts of each case rather than assuming that an arrest means the prosecution can prove the charge.
San Antonio Aggravated Assault Attorney
Aggravated assault is a significantly more serious accusation than a basic assault charge. Generally, an assault may become aggravated when the allegations involve serious bodily injury or the use or exhibition of a deadly weapon during the commission of an assault.
Because of the potential penalties and long-term consequences, anyone facing these allegations should take the charge seriously.
As a San Antonio aggravated assault attorney, Larry Bloomquist represents people accused of serious assault offenses and examines the evidence, witness statements, physical evidence, circumstances surrounding the alleged confrontation, and whether lawful defenses may apply.
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There are many unique defenses in these cases, including:
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Defense of another
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Protection of property
A skilled San Antonio aggravated assault lawyer fully evaluates the unique facts of each case to determine if there is a legal defense that either legally justifies the act or at a minimum can be used to reduce the sentence by giving a full and accurate picture to the jury.
We handle criminal law cases throughout Central Texas, including, San Antonio, Seguin, New Braunfels, and Boerne, Texas.
Why Choose Larry Bloomquist for an Assault Case?
When you're facing a serious violent-crime allegation, you need an attorney who will look beyond the police report and carefully examine what actually happened.
Larry Bloomquist represents individuals facing serious criminal charges in San Antonio and works to identify weaknesses in the government's case, evaluate available defenses, and develop a strategy based on the individual circumstances of each client.
Whether you have been accused of assault, aggravated assault, or aggravated assault involving a deadly weapon, the earlier your defense can begin investigating the allegations and preserving relevant evidence, the better prepared you can be for what comes next.
Our Areas of Practice
Our San Antonio criminal defense law firm handles a wide range of criminal defense matters, including bail bonds and jail release assistance, self-defense cases, and serious felony charges such as murder, capital murder, and manslaughter. We represent clients facing assault and aggravated assault allegations, sex crimes, family violence cases, and gun and weapons charges. Our defense services also cover drug possession and drug delivery offenses, DWI, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter. Additionally, we defend against burglary, robbery, aggravated robbery, theft, fraud, white collar crimes, organized crime charges, probation violations, and more — providing aggressive, strategic representation at every stage of the process.