{"id":2608,"date":"2026-10-22T00:30:50","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T00:30:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/collin-county-gun-charge-lawyer\/"},"modified":"2026-11-03T05:05:07","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T05:05:07","slug":"collin-county-gun-charge-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/barbierilawfirm.com\/guides\/online-sex-crimes-defense-lawyer\/collin-county-gun-charge-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Collin County Aggravated Assault Lawyer for Firearm Cases | Barbieri Law Firm"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Collin County Aggravated Assault Defense<\/p>

Facing a Firearm-Related Assault Charge in Collin County?<\/h1>

Barbieri Law Firm defends aggravated assault charges, including cases involving a firearm, in Collin County, Dallas-Fort Worth and across Texas.<\/p>

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By Heather Barbieri \u00b7 Published October 21, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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Collin County Gun Charge Lawyer | Barbieri Law Firm<\/h2>\n

If a gun is part of an allegation against you, the charge may be aggravated assault. Under Texas Penal Code \u00a7 22.02<\/a>, an assault becomes aggravated when the person uses or exhibits a deadly weapon during it. This guide explains how a firearm enters these cases, what the defense reviews, and how to talk with a Collin County aggravated assault lawyer at Barbieri Law Firm. Barbieri Law Firm defends aggravated assault and family violence charges in Collin County and across Texas.<\/p>\n\n

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If a gun is part of a charge against you or someone in your family, our team can review the facts with you in a free, confidential first consultation. Talk it through with our team — the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p>

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When a Gun Becomes Part of an Aggravated Assault or Family Violence Charge in Collin County<\/h2>\n

A gun becomes part of an aggravated assault charge when it is used or exhibited during an assault. Texas law sets up two main paths. One path is an assault that causes serious bodily injury. The other is an assault where a deadly weapon is used or exhibited. A firearm is a common example of a deadly weapon, so many gun cases fall into the second path.<\/p>\n

The penalty depends on the details. A standard aggravated assault is a second-degree felony. Under Texas Penal Code \u00a7 12.33<\/a>, that carries prison for not more than 20 years or less than 2 years. A fine of up to $10,000 can be added.<\/p>\n

Some facts raise the charge to a first-degree felony. One is a deadly weapon used to cause serious bodily injury to a person with a specified family or dating relationship to the accused. Another is an assault against a person the actor knows is a public servant while the public servant is lawfully discharging an official duty, or in retaliation or on account of an exercise of official power or performance of an official duty as a public servant. A first-degree felony carries life or 5 to 99 years under Texas Penal Code \u00a7 12.32<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Family violence is a separate definition. Under Texas Family Code \u00a7 71.004<\/a>, it covers an act by a family or household member against another member of the family or household that is intended to cause physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault. It also covers a threat that reasonably places the member in fear of imminent harm. A gun can appear in either kind of act. The definition does not include defensive measures to protect oneself.<\/p>\n

Barbieri Law Firm’s criminal defense work covers aggravated assault and family violence charges. A firearm-only matter outside those listed areas is not part of the firm’s practice. If your situation involves a sexual offense, see the firm’s online sex crimes defense lawyer page.<\/p>\n

Can an Aggravated Assault Charge Be Dropped in Texas?<\/h2>\n

Yes, a charge can be dropped, but it depends on the facts. Decisions by the prosecutor and the court also play a role. No lawyer can promise how a case will end.<\/p>\n

Early review looks at the offense report, any body-camera or other video, and 911 recordings. It also looks at witness statements and the complainant’s account. In a gun case, the review asks where the firearm was, who had it, and how police recovered it.<\/p>\n

Gaps in the timeline are worth a close look. So are statements that change over time. These details can shape how the case develops.<\/p>\n

Many people assume a case ends when the other person stops cooperating. A case can keep moving even then. That is why early choices still matter. Talk with a lawyer before answering questions about the gun. Statements made early can shape what comes next.<\/p>\n

Public Defender or a Private Criminal Defense Lawyer: What the Difference Looks Like<\/h2>\n

Appointed lawyers and privately hired lawyers both represent people charged in Texas criminal cases. The practical differences are what most people feel. Questions to bring to your free initial consultation with Barbieri Law Firm:<\/p>\n