Criminal defense in Texas

DWI / DUI

Breath or blood test, license suspension and the 15-day deadline.

Felonies

State jail through first-degree felonies, grand jury, bond and probation.

Protective order defense

Served with a protective order or restraining order, or accused of violating one.

Drug charges

Possession, possession with intent, and penalty groups.

Assault and family violence

Assault, family violence charges and protective orders.

Theft

Shoplifting, theft by value, and related charges.

Weapons charges

Unlawful carrying and possession by a prohibited person.

Juvenile cases

Cases in juvenile court for ages 10 to 16.

Expunction and nondisclosure

Clearing or sealing an arrest or case record.

Probation violations

Motions to revoke and motions to adjudicate.

How a Texas criminal case moves

1. Arrest and magistration. A magistrate reads the charge and sets bond and any conditions, usually within 48 hours.
2. Charging. Misdemeanors go to county court. Felonies need a grand jury indictment and go to district court.
3. Court settings. Your attorney reviews the evidence, files motions and negotiates with the prosecutor.
4. Resolution. Dismissal, a plea (sometimes with deferred adjudication or probation), or trial.

The first consultation is free. It is with a Director of Client Engagement, not an attorney. Clients who hire us work with an attorney.