Dickinson, Texas Criminal Lawyers

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James Gary Sullivan
James Gary Sullivan
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Texas Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years experience

Attorney James G. Sullivan has practiced criminal and juvenile defense law since 1994, and he is passionate about defending clients from governmental prosecution. Sullivan frequently sets cases for a jury... Read More »
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Herman Martinez
Herman Martinez
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Texas Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years experience

Herman Martinez is the leading and founding attorney of The Martinez Law Firm, a criminal defense firm in Houston. With over 20 years of experience, this attorney can be an excellent resource for... Read More »
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Paul Harty Doyle
Paul Harty Doyle
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Passionate Criminal Defense Attorney! Outstanding Results! Fighting for Justice!

I am dedicated to protecting the rights and interests of the accused. I provide skilled and aggressive legal representation to fight your DUI charges! Visit my website to see case results. Call now for a consultation.
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Ron Voyles
Ron Voyles
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Texas Criminal Law Lawyer with 12 years experience

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Mark McIntyre
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Dickinson, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 34 years experience
(979) 257-4988 3210 Highway Three
Suite B
 Dickinson, TX 77539
Criminal and Juvenile
South Texas College Of Law
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Helen Stewart Truscott
Dickinson, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 38 years experience
(281) 337-5979 3117 Hwy 3
 Dickinson, TX 77539
Criminal, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
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Sharon Kay Meier
Dickinson, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 35 years experience
(281) 337-2537 314 Farm-To-Market Road 517 W
 Dickinson, TX 77539
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
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Daniel Allen Krieger
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League City, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 9 years experience
(281) 486-8125 215 E. Galveston Street
 League City, TX 77573
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Juvenile
University of Houston - Main Campus
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I have argued a case in front of the Texas Supreme Court. I recently won a case affecting DWI cases across the State in front of the Court of Criminal Appeals.

I’ve handled literally hundreds of criminal cases. I trust juries. I go into every case my firm takes on assuming we will have to try the case to a jury. This preparation very frequently leads to dismissal of the case. I have tried over 60 jury trials, with the vast majority leading to a not guilty verdict for my client.

In 2017, I tried 17 jury trials, leading to...
(281) 486-8125 17225 El Camino Real
Suite 320
 Houston, TX 77058
Mark Kelly
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Texas City, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 33 years experience
(409) 938-1000 1501 N Amburn Rd, Suite 9
 Texas City, TX 77591
Free ConsultationCriminal and DWI
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-Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. -Former Assistant Criminal District Attorney. -Thirty-one (31) years experience. -Free Consultation.
Tad Nelson
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League City, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years experience
(281) 316-9201 820 E Main St
 League City, TX 77573
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
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Owner of a boutique criminal and DWI defense firm that lives by the saying, "Big city experience, small town values." A firm that is more concerned with it's clients, our client's family, and our client's peace of mind during the process than the fee the client pays. It is a privilege to represent our clients in court and protect their rights. We also serve our clients in family and divorce law. Houston DWI Lawyer Tad A. Nelson.
(713) 489-7373 405 Main St
#840
 Houston, TX 77002
(713) 802-1631 1221 Studewood St
#107
 Houston, TX 77008
(409) 765-5614 1919 Sealy
 Galveston, TX 77550
M. Irene Wilson
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Houston , TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years experience
(832) 413-5481 700 Gemini St., Suite 250
 Houston , TX 77058
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Domestic Violence
Michigan State University School of Law
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M. Irene Wilson is a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Houston licensed in state and federal courts. She is an AV Rated Preeminent lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell and is Superb Rated by Avvo Lawyer Rating. She handles felonies and misdemeanors to include aggravated assault, family violence, assault bodily injury, DWI, possession, theft, and more. She offers free consultations.
Eric R. Little
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Bacliff, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years experience
(888) 404-0777 219 Texas Ave.
 Bacliff, TX 77518
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
University of Texas - Austin
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An experienced trial attorney, primarily focused on criminal defense, child custody, divorce, real estate and business matters. My client selection criteria are based on merits as opposed to finances. I believe that, in decades past, citizens had greater access to representation in the courts, but that, due to changes in the profession and the economy, access to justice has become a problem for many. I try to address that problem by keeping my practice small, focused, selective, and project-based instead of volume-based. It works very well. I have also learned that maintaining credibility inside and outside the courtroom is not...
Christian Carl Samuelson
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Houston, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 21 years experience
(281) 332-5600 17225 El Camino Real
Suite 446
 Houston, TX 77058
Free ConsultationCriminal and DWI
South Texas College of Law
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L. Bradley Johnson
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Houston, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years experience
(281) 771-1690 18333 Egret Bay Blvd.
Ste 333
 Houston, TX 77058
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
SMU Dedman School of Law
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After 24 years of active service in the United States Navy as a Hospital Corpsman, Brad Johnson retired as a Chief Petty Officer and resumed the pursuit of his childhood goal, a career in law. Beginning as a legal assistant in Dallas, he attended evening classes at SMU’s Dedman School of Law and graduated in 2008. Knowing that he intended to focus his practice on family law, he concentrated his studies in that area as much as possible, serving as the President of the Student Family Law Association and liaison to the Dallas Bar Association’s Family Law Section during his...
(817) 583-8419 4747 S. Hulen St.
Ste 100
 Fort Worth , TX 76132
(214) 438-0150 4131 N. Central Expy.
Ste 860
 Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 438-0150 1000 Belt Line Rd.
Ste 210
 Carrollton, TX 75006
(214) 438-0150 660 N. Central Expy.
Ste 290
 Plano , TX 75074
(817) 583-8419 2216 S. Cooper St.
 Arlington, TX 76013
(817) 583-8419 1901 Airport Fwy.
 Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 583-8419 2220 S. Cooper St.
 Arlington, TX 76013
(817) 583-8419 2229 N. Main Street
 Fort Worth , TX 76164
(817) 583-8419 1300 Summit Ave.
Ste 650
 Fort Worth , TX 76102
(817) 583-8419 2304 W. Bardin Rd.
Ste 200
 Grand Prairie, TX 75052
(214) 438-0150 1515 N. Town East Blvd.
Ste 228
 Mesquite, TX 75150
(817) 241-2700 206 Houston Ave.
 Weatherford, TX 76086
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Amir Tavakkoli
Amir Tavakkoli
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Texas Criminal Law Lawyer

Amir Tavakkoli, founder of the firm, was the Vice President of his law school class and graduated Summa Cum Laude. His legal and political experiences include working with Judge Kyle Carter in the 125th... Read More »
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Jennifer Lee Carpenter
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Friendswood, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 17 years experience
(713) 201-6767 1506 Winding Way, Suite 504
Suite 504
 Friendswood, TX 77546
Criminal
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J.L. Carpenter has worked both sides of the aisle, prosecuting and defending people facing criminal charges. In addition to gaining trial experience as a prosecutor, Attorney Carpenter has trained under highly skilled defense lawyers. In 2006, J.L. Carpenter worked alongside the Honorable Craig A. Washington in United States v. Tyrone Mapletoft Williams what became known as the truck driver case. In 2008, Lawyer Carpenter also assisted Attorney Chip B. Lewis in the State of Texas v. Timothy Shepherd a highly publicized murder trial in Harris County, Texas. What that means for you as a client is that...
Zachary Scott Maloney
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Houston, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years experience
(713) 228-2277 1100 Nasa Pkwy 310
 Houston, TX 77058
Criminal and Appeals
Thurgood Marshall School of Law
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Jamie M Davis
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Houston, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 7 years experience
(866) 693-7418 1110 Nasa Parkway
Ste. 201
 Houston, TX 77058
Criminal, DWI, Family and Personal Injury
South Texas College of Law
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Donald George Legrand Jr
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Texas City, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 38 years experience
(409) 965-8500 2206 Palmer Hwy
 Texas City, TX 77590
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Estate Planning
South Texas College Of Law
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Marcus Justin Fleming
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League City, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years experience
(713) 224-1970 3027 Marina Bay
Suite 207
 League City, TX 77573
Free ConsultationCriminal, Consumer, DWI and Divorce
South Texas College Of Law and University of Texas - Austin
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Experienced trial attorney dedicated to preserving your rights.
(713) 224-1970 9219 Katy Freeway
Suite 220
 Houston, TX 77024
Diane Duesler Clark
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League City, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 34 years experience
(281) 535-3500 3027 Marina Bay Dr
 League City, TX 77573
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Estate Planning
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Phillip Wayne Morris
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Friendswood, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 15 years experience
(281) 992-1600 211 E. Parkwood Avenue, Suite 209
 Friendswood, TX 77546
Criminal, Divorce and Family
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Edward Andrew Rose Jr
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League City, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 23 years experience
(713) 581-6029 3027 Marina Bay Dr
Suite 208
 League City, TX 77573
Criminal, Business and Tax
Western Sierra Law School
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Brendan Matthew Daly
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Friendswood, TX Criminal Law Attorney
(281) 519-0761 1506 Winding Way Drive, Building 102
Suite 203
 Friendswood, TX 77546
Criminal
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Jonathan A. Zendeh Del
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Galveston, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years experience
(409) 740-1111 1813 61st Street
Suite 101
 Galveston, TX 77551
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Juvenile and Personal Injury
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Jonathan Zendeh Del has been chosen one of the “Top Lawyers in Houston” by Houstonia Magazine and has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star. Jonathan has been featured in Texas Monthly Magazine A Galveston, Texas native, Jonathan is a graduate of Baylor University, where he earned his B.B.A. in Real Estate and Management. After completing his undergraduate studies, Jonathan moved to Oklahoma to attend law school on a merit scholarship. Jonathan graduated from law school at the top of his class. While in law school, Jonathan was a member of the Law School Honor Fraternity, the Student...
(405) 633-2590 Oklahoma City, OK 73102
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Brian Russell Cain
Brian Russell Cain
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Texas Criminal Law Lawyer

Seton Hall University School of LawTexas
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Richard 'Rick' Rousseau
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Galveston, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 29 years experience
(409) 515-6176 719 59th Street
 Galveston, TX 77551
Criminal, Estate Planning, Military and Probate
The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center and School and South Texas College of Law
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Colonel (Retired) Rick Rousseau has experience in every aspect of military law following 27 years on active duty as a Judge Advocate (JAG). He served in various positions, including twice as the Staff Judge Advocate (Senior Legal Advisor) for Fort Hood, Regional Defense Counsel, defense counsel, prosecutor, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, medical claims attorney, administrative law attorney, and legal assistance attorney. Rick Rousseau served as a full-time law professor at The Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) School in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he taught estate planning, federal income taxation, estate & gift taxation, and veterans & survivor benefits. He...
(254) 699-9999 100 W. Central Texas Expressway
Suite 106
 Harker Heights, TX 76548
Franklin G. Bynum
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Houston, TX Criminal Law Lawyer
(512) 887-3938 501 North Interstate 35
 Houston, TX 77002
Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Immigration and White Collar Crime
University of Southern California
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Ricardo Gonzalez
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Houston, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 33 years experience
(713) 429-1971 8876 Gulf Fwy Ste. 420
 Houston, TX 77017
Criminal, DWI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
University of Houston Law Center
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With over 30 years of experience, Ricardo N. Gonzalez has tried numerous cases to jury verdict. After graduating from the University of Houston Law Center in 1984, Mr. Gonzalez opened up his own law office. He has represented clients involved with many areas of law. Some of these areas include criminal defense, wills, adoptions, juvenile defense, worker’s compensation, wrongful death, social security disability, maritime and jones act law, personal injury, immigration and others. Mr. Gonzalez strives to do the best for his clients. Mr. Gonzalez resides in Houston, Texas, with his wife, Martha, a retired schoolteacher....
Joseph Richard Gutheinz Jr.
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Friednswood, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years experience
(281) 992-0200 307 South Friendswood Drive, B3
 Friednswood, TX 77546
Criminal, DWI, Military and White Collar Crime
South Texas College of Law
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Joe Gutheinz is licensed to practice law in ten courts, including the Texas Supreme Court; the United States Court of Appeals for the 5th, 10th and 11th Circuits; the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit; and the United States Supreme Court. He is a former Commissioner on the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, a Former Commissioned Member of the Texas State Council on Sex Offender Treatment and a Former Commissioned Member on the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Advisory Committee on Offenders with Medical and Mental Impairments. As a college instructor, he has taught over 200 graduate and...
Mark Anthony Diaz
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GALVESTON, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years experience
(409) 515-6170 719 59TH ST
 GALVESTON, TX 77551-4140
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Mark Diaz has been aggressively defending the rights of Texans for over fifteen years. A 1998 graduate of Thurgood Marshall School of Law who obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Houston, Mark concentrates his practice solely in the area of criminal defense. He is admitted to practice law in all Texas state courts as well as federal court in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas. Mark is a seasoned litigator who has tried every kind of criminal defense case.
Mark understands that being charged with a crime is an emotional and personal challenge. He...
Israel Garcia Jr
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South Houston, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years experience
(713) 943-9537 712 Spencer Highway, Suite 103
 South Houston, TX 77587
Criminal, DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
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Born and raised in Austin, Texas. I now consider myself a Houstonite. I love Houston, would never live anywhere else. I love the outdoors. I play Tennis regularly, watch a lot of College Baseball, Jog regularly. I carry my Tennis Racket and my Tennis shoes everywhere I go! Always up for it!
(713) 926-0516 1515 S/Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive
 Houston, TX 77011
(832) 778-8561 6906 Atwell, Suite 201
 Houston, TX 77081
Ryan Snider
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Pasadena, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 9 years experience
(281) 819-2728 3668 Burke Road
 Pasadena, TX 77504
Criminal and Personal Injury
St. Mary's University School of Law
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Dennis Marston Slate
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Deer Park, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 17 years experience
(281) 476-9447 112 E Forrest Ln
 Deer Park, TX 77536
Criminal, Bankruptcy, DWI and White Collar Crime
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William Arthur Agnew Jr.
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Galveston, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 21 years experience
(409) 621-1876 2415 Market St.
 Galveston, TX 77550
Criminal
South Texas College of Law
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Former Prosecutor who has been in Private Practice for over 16 years.
(409) 621-1876 P.O. Box 2003
 Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Benton Sullivant
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Galveston, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 21 years experience
(409) 789-4270 2724 61st Street, Ste 1-B, PMB 38
 Galveston, TX 77551
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St. Mary's University
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Ben is experenced in complex criminal matters. Trial experience in DWI, Intoxication Manslaughter, Intoxication Assault, Drug Possession, Murder, Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Robbery, Family Violence, Theft, Forgery, Credit Card Abuse and others.
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Corey Young
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Texas Criminal Law Lawyer with 15 years experience

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Christopher Neal Allen
Christopher Neal Allen
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Texas Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years experience

Texas Tech University School of LawTexas
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Jayd Arya Piercy
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Pearland, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 12 years experience
(281) 606-1778 4702 West Walnut Street
 Pearland, TX 77581
Criminal, Business, Construction and Consumer
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Girija Bhargava Patel
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Pasadena, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 12 years experience
(832) 310-5995 817 Southmore Ave.
Suite 301
 Pasadena, TX 77502
Criminal, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Family
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Tandra Janene Charles
Texas City, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 21 years experience
(281) 990-8806 2801 2004
 Texas City, TX 77591
Criminal, Divorce, Family and Juvenile
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Pat Wayne Phillips
League City, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 20 years experience
(281) 316-1480 1015 E Main St
 League City, TX 77573
Criminal, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
South Texas College Of Law
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Gregory Cagle
League City, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years experience
(281) 332-7630 215 E Galveston St
 League City, TX 77573
Criminal and DWI
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Mark Allen Rubal
Houston, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 28 years experience
(281) 286-2222 15150 Middlebrook Dr
 Houston, TX 77058
Criminal, Business, DWI and Personal Injury
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Leonard Cox
Seabrook, TX Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years experience
(281) 532-0801 2600 Nasa Road 1
 Seabrook, TX 77586
Criminal, Business, Construction and Consumer
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Maurice Najer
Houston, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 42 years experience
(281) 280-0554 17041 El Camino Real
 Houston, TX 77058
Criminal, Divorce, Family and Juvenile
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Kerri Marlene Foley
Friendswood, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 25 years experience
(281) 996-8400 211 E Parkwood Ave
 Friendswood, TX 77546
Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family
South Texas College Of Law
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George Henry Cooley III
Texas City, TX Criminal Law Attorney with 48 years experience
(409) 943-5800 1004 9th Ave N
 Texas City, TX 77590
Criminal
South Texas College Of Law
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Texas Criminal Law Lawyer with 20 years experience

South Texas College Of LawTexas
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Michael T. Griffin
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Texas Criminal Law Attorney with 33 years experience

California Western School of LawTexas and United States District Court, Southern District
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Criminal law addresses the government's prosecution of individuals who have been accused of committing a crime. Such laws may be federal, state, or local. The prosecution represents the people of a particular jurisdiction, and acts on behalf of the government by bringing a case against an accused. Under the U.S. Constitution, a person accused of a crime may have the right to a criminal defense attorney during interrogations and certain other times before and during a trial.

Whether you are under police investigation, have been arrested, or are facing charges, having an advocate familiar with the criminal justice system.

Most jurisdictions classify crimes as felonies or misdemeanors, with felonies being the more serious offenses with the possibility of more severe sentences. Some criminal lawyers focus on a specific area of criminal defense law, such as white-collar crime, drug offenses, theft crimes, or violent crimes. You should consult with a criminal defense lawyer early on in the process to preserve options, such as diversion programs or plea bargains.

When hiring a criminal defense attorney, you should evaluate the experience and fee structure of the attorney. Some offer a free consultation to discuss your case.

Accomplice liability: If a person aids, assists, or encourages another in the commission of a crime, they are criminally liable as an accomplice to the crime.

Self-defense: The claim that an act otherwise criminal was legally justifiable because it was necessary to protect a person or property from the threat or action of another.

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