An arrest for family violence in Kaufman County sets off a “legal wildfire.” Within hours, a magistrate may issue an Emergency Protective Order (EPO), removing you from your home and barring you from seeing your children. At Guest & Gray Law Firm, we stop the fire before it consumes your life.
The High Stakes of a “Family Violence” Finding:
- The Lifetime Gun Ban: Under the Lautenberg Amendment, a conviction or even a plea to a family violence charge results in a permanent loss of your Second Amendment rights.
- Non-Expungeable Record: In 2026, Texas laws remain strict—if you are convicted or placed on deferred adjudication for family violence, that record can never be sealed or expunged.
- Strangulation Enhancements: If the state alleges “occlusion” (impeding breathing), what was a misdemeanor becomes an automatic 3rd Degree Felony, carrying up to 10 years in prison.
- Child Custody Impact: Under Texas Family Code § 153.004, a history of family violence creates a legal presumption against you in custody battles, often leading to supervised visitation.
The Guest & Gray Defense Advantage:
- The Prosecutor’s Perspective: Our team includes former Kaufman County Chief Prosecutors. We know exactly how the State builds these cases and where the “holes” are in police investigations.
- Exposing False Allegations: We recognize that these charges are often used as “leverage” in Forney divorce or custody cases. We use aggressive discovery to find the texts, emails, and witness statements that expose the truth.
- Self-Defense Mastery: Many “abusers” were actually the ones being attacked. We highlight your injuries and use body-cam footage to prove you were acting in self-defense under Texas Penal Code § 9.31.
To understand how these cases impact the local community, we recommend these resources from InForney.com:
- The Sharon Radebaugh Act: New GPS Monitoring for Forney Domestic Violence Cases
Learn about the 2026 requirements for electronic monitoring after a family violence arrest in Kaufman County. - What is an ‘Affirmative Finding’ and Why Does it Last Forever?
An in-depth look at how a simple “slap” or “shove” can lead to a lifetime of professional and civil rights restrictions.
Navigating the 86th and 422nd District Courts: A Guide for the Accused
Understanding the local judicial philosophy in Forney regarding protective orders and bond conditions.
