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      Varghese Summersett Background
      Felony Aiding Suicide

      Aiding Suicide In Fort Worth

      As a general rule, it is against the law for one person to assist another person in committing suicide. In fact, it is often a felony offense in Fort Worth. As with most laws, there are a series of elements that must be met before the state can convict someone of this offense. First, the person must have what is referred to in the law as “specific intent.” If the actor specifically intends to promote another’s suicide by his or her actions, word, or deed, they have committed the offense of aiding another’s suicide or attempted suicide.

      Second, if a person assists in another’s commission or attempted commission of suicide, this also constitutes the offense of aiding suicide or attempting aided suicide. Examples could include providing someone a weapon to accomplish ending that person’s life or searching the internet to discover different ways to kill oneself and sharing those with someone contemplating suicide. Reference Penal Code Section 22.08 for more information.

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      Punishments for Aiding Suicide

      The extent to which someone can be punished for aiding a suicide or attempted suicide depends not on the conduct of the actor, but rather on the result achieved by the person attempting to commit suicide. The conduct, standing alone, is a Class C misdemeanor. If the conduct either causes suicide or attempted suicide, and the result is serious bodily injury, the conduct is punishable as a state jail felony. State jail felonies are punishable by a minimum of 180 days in jail and a maximum of two years in custody. Class C misdemeanors, on the other hand, are punishable only by a fine of up to $500.00.

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      Benson Varghese is the founder and managing partner of Varghese Summersett, where he has built a distinguished career championing the underdog in personal injury, wrongful death, and criminal defense cases. With over 100 jury trials in Texas state and federal courts, he brings exceptional courtroom experience and a proven record with Texas juries to every case.

      Under his leadership, Varghese Summersett has grown into a powerhouse firm with dedicated teams across three core practice areas: criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. Beyond his legal practice, Benson is recognized as a legal tech entrepreneur as the founder of Lawft and a thought leader in legal technology.

      Benson is also the author of Tapped In, the definitive guide to law firm growth that has become essential reading for attorneys looking to scale their practices.

      Benson serves as an adjunct faculty at Baylor Law School.

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