Austin Domestic Violence Gun Rights Lawyer

If you are a gun owner, military service member or law enforcement officer, a family violence charge is an absolute crisis. A domestic violence conviction carries a permanent, devastating federal firearm ban. Do not just take a quick plea deal to get the case over with. You must fight these charges to protect your future.

At Hildreth & Rueda, our attorneys have more than 20 years of combined legal experience helping clients in Austin and Travis County. We are not afraid to take on difficult cases to defend your rights.

The Hidden Lifetime Penalty

Most defendants only worry about immediate jail time or probation after an arrest. However, a family violence conviction carries hidden collateral consequences that last forever. In Texas, the most severe hidden penalty is the possible total loss of your firearm rights.

Federal Law Versus Texas Law

Understanding the Lautenberg Amendment is crucial. This federal legislation makes it a felony for individuals convicted of a misdemeanor involving domestic violence to have firearms or ammunition. The law is notably stringent. In Texas, even being granted deferred adjudication for a domestic violence charge can lead to a lifetime federal prohibition on firearm possession.

Protecting Your Rights And Career

We proudly defend hunters, License to Carry (LTC) holders and professionals whose livelihoods depend on firearms, including police, military personnel and private security professionals. A standard plea deal is a trap, and you need an aggressive defense strategy. If you plead guilty to the wrong charge, you are going to lose your guns for the rest of your life.

Our legal team can help you by:

• Evaluating the exact charges and evidence against you
• Finding legal solutions to avoid a finding of family violence on your record
• Building a strong defense to protect your career and your Second Amendment rights

Do not plead your rights away. We understand the high stakes involved in these cases and will fight hard to protect your record.

Schedule Your Initial Consultation

Do not let a family violence charge cost you your career and your lifestyle. Contact Hildreth & Rueda today to set up your free consultation. Call us right now at 512-415-7648 or fill out our online contact form. We are ready to stand with you.