Why hire a criminal defense lawyer? When facing criminal charges, the decision of who will represent you is one of the most critical choices you’ll make. You have the option of hiring a private criminal defense attorney or allowing the court to appoint one for you, typically in the form of a public defender. While […]
Why hire a criminal defense lawyer?
I will not answer any questions and I will not make any statement.
Seems simple enough, but the majority of clients that call me with a legal issue do so AFTER they have already spoken to the police, made a statement, or even given a recorded interview. This can seriously damage their defense – if you the police are investigating a crime and they either tell you that […]
AFFIRMATIVE LINKS – WHY You Should NOT Plead to Your Friends Drugs!
A common scenario: A driver and two passengers are stopped for a traffic violation. The law enforcement officer thinks he smells the distinct odor of marijuana coming from within your vehicle. Now, he has all of the passengers on the curb and is tearing apart the inside of your ride. He finds illegal substances in […]
The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly of Probation
It is a tempting proposition for people when they are charged with a crime: avoid jail and go on probation / deferred adjudication. But is it really that good of a deal? Why it MAY be is a GOOD deal The obvious first: you do not have to go to jail if you abide by […]
Do I NEED a Concealed Handgun License to Carry a Loaded Handgun in my Car?
There is some confusion over the question of whether you need a Concealed Handgun License (CHL) to carry a loaded handgun in your vehicle…so here is the skinny: IN TEXAS, you MAY carry a loaded handgun in your vehicle WITHOUT A CHL If you are NOT: a convicted felon; a gang member (as defined under […]
So I Got Arrested, Now What Happens?
The Most obvious answer is of course, the metal bracelets are squeezed down tight onto your wrists and you take the long ride to one of the many local “bars & locks motels” around town. BUT THEN WHAT? Booking First you will be booked into the jail. This includes taking a booking photo, fingerprinting, and […]