What Is a First-Degree Felony in Texas?
First-degrees felonies in Texas are among the worst crimes committed. Murder, rape, assault with a deadly weapon, and many more similar type offenses fall under the first-degree felony category. As a general punishment, offenders convicted of first-degree felonies can serve anywhere from five to 99 years in prison. PCS Bail Bonds can explain first-degree felonies in detail.
First-Degree Felony Punishment Range in Texas
In Texas, a first-degree felony is the most serious of all felonies and is punishable by a prison sentence of five to ninety-nine years or life in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000. The specific punishment for first-degree felonies is determined by a judge at sentencing. Generally, the judge will consider the severity of the offense, the criminal history of the offender, and the likelihood of the offender to re-offend in determining the punishment. In addition to incarceration, a person convicted of a first-degree felony in Texas may also be subject to probation, community service, and/or restitution. A conviction for a first-degree felony can also have a significant impact on a person’s employment, housing, and educational opportunities.
Examples of First-Degree Felonies
Listed below are some examples of first-degree felonies:
- Aggravated robbery
- Aggravated assault of a public servant
- Aggravated kidnapping
- Aggravated sexual assault
- Burglary of a habitation with the intent to commit or with the commission of a felony
- Arson of a habitation
- Causing serious bodily injury to a child, elderly person, or disabled person
- Escape from custody with serious bodily injury
- Murder
- Solicitation of capital murder
- Trafficking of children under the age of fourteen
Bail for a First-Degree Felony
Bail is still an option for most first-degree felonies. If a judge grants you an opportunity to post bail, then PCS Bail Bonds should be your first call. We have over 25 years of experience in helping defendants process their bail. PCS Bail Bonds acts quickly and we are available 24/7.
As long as bail is possible, then PCS Bail Bonds can make it happen. We don’t want to see you or someone you love stay in jail a minute longer than they have to
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