Preparing for felony or assault defense in Guadalupe County

Identify the case and its current stage

Bring arrest records, charging documents, bond paperwork and notices from the court or another agency. If there has not been an arrest, explain what contact you have received and from whom. Ask Jon to explain the present stage, possible next steps and whether grand-jury issues are relevant. Different stages may call for different preparation.

• Case number, listed court and upcoming dates
• Bond conditions and existing protective or other orders
• Copies of letters, notices and requests for contact

Build a factual timeline for your attorney

For an assault allegation, details about the setting, sequence of events and people present may matter. Write down your recollection, including what happened before and afterward. Identify injuries, photographs and possible witnesses. Distinguish what you personally observed from what someone later told you. Share concerns about identification, context or self-defense so Jon can assess them.

Preserve original digital material

Keep messages, call records, photographs and recordings in their original form where possible. Note relevant social accounts, devices and places that may have video. Keep the surrounding conversation rather than selecting only a few messages. Tell Jon about gaps or unavailable material. Discuss how to preserve or obtain evidence before taking steps that could affect its usefulness.

Plan for court and life around the case

Explain work, education, caregiving and travel commitments, along with any concerns about existing conditions or orders. Ask how to confirm appearance details, prepare for hearings and communicate new developments. Discuss fees and what information Jon needs next. A practical plan should clarify your responsibilities and the next conversation, without promising a particular charging decision or outcome.