What factors elevate an assault to Class B under Texas Penal Code?

In Texas, an assault is elevated to a Class B misdemeanor primarily when it results in bodily injury to another person. Bodily injury is defined as causing physical pain, illness, or any impairment of physical condition. Therefore, the correct understanding is that when an assault results in such injury, it is categorized as a more serious offense.

When an actor knows that the victim is a sports participant, while that might pose a special circumstance in some situations, it does not inherently elevate the offense to Class B. Similarly, while the victim being a minor or engaged in illegal activity presents specific legal considerations, these factors alone do not determine the classification of the assault under the Texas Penal Code. The elevation to Class B relies primarily on the resulting bodily injury from the assault.