Negligent Assault Complaint With A Deadly Weapon In Travis
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Yes, u can sue for assault and battery in civil court. it might be best to wait til the criminal case is over as you may be able to use any resolution of the case against him there. you'll need to document all your damages. just about any lawyer willing to take the case can.
Assault with a dangerous weapon will likely land you a bail bond of at least $25,000, while assault with a firearm will run you around $50,000 or higher. These numbers aren't exact and it's good to keep in mind that the amount can go up to $100,000 dependent on the situation.
But assault with a deadly weapon is not a civil complaint - it is a criminal complaint. You can file a criminal complaint with local law enforcement. The investigation and the decision whether to file charges are handled by law enforcement and governmen...
The prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt each of these 3 elements: Intent to cause harm or fear. Fear or apprehension of imminent harm. Actual or attempted physical contact.
Charges for Texas assault with a deadly weapon generally have a statute of limitations of five years from the date of the alleged assault, but these can always be extended depending on the circumstances of the crime.
For cases involving physical assault outside of medical malpractice, there is no set maximum limit on compensation. The court will consider the specific circumstances of each case when determining an appropriate amount of compensation based on the evidence presented.
Texas Penal Code §1.07(a)(17) defines a deadly weapon as a “firearm or anything manifestly designed, made, or adapted for the purpose of inflicting death or serious bodily injury, or anything that in the manner of its use or intended use is capable of causing death or serious bodily injury.”