M&A Law Firm's Criminal Defense Practice Areas

When facing a criminal charge, your freedom or your loved one’s freedom will be at stake. Even misdemeanor charges can alter and affect your lifelong goal. There is no reason to take a chance. You need a lawyer that is ready to fight for you. You need a lawyer that is on your side. M&A law firm’s criminal defense attorneys are ready to fight for you and are on your side. Give us a call, and let us help you.

Assault and Domestic Family Violence Texas
Drug Charges in Texas
DWI in Texas
Sex Crimes in Texas
Theft Crime in Texas
Probation Violation in Texas
Violent Crimes in Texas
Crimes List Under Texas Law

Assault and Domestic Family Violence Texas

Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, and Denton Assault and Spousal Abuse Defense Lawyers
The most common misunderstanding people have about domestic family violence is that your partner/spouse/girlfriend has authority to drop charges when emotions cool. The reality is that once assault charges are filed by the State, only the State, not the alleged complaining witness, decides whether charges are dismissed. Thus, if you are accused of domestic family violence in Texas, remember the following:

The consequences of a domestic family violence conviction can be severe because the charge could go on your permanent record, and you could face possible jail time. There are many opportunities in domestic family violence cases for an experienced lawyer to negotiate for a better outcome/ resolution. Give us a call and see how we can help you.

Drug Charges in Texas

Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, and Denton Drug Crime Defense Attorneys

Drug offenses are serious crimes and will jeopardize your freedom. Since Texas is known for having harsh penalties for drug convictions, felony drug offense convictions could come with a jail sentences and other harsh punishments. Like other crimes, the severity of punishments often depends on the type of drug and the quantity how much of the drug is involved. No matter what evidence the police or the prosecutors have, you should consult with a defense attorney so he or she can carefully investigate the crime and the procedures to make sure your rights are protected.

DWI in Texas

Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, and Denton DWI Defense Attorneys

In Texas, DWI is a criminal offense that prohibits a person from driving or operating a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. Texas law defines intoxication as:

Our DWI defense attorneys will investigate every aspect of your case with the ultimate goal of keeping your record clean. In addition of reviewing your video, our DWI defense attorneys will investigate to see whether:

Give us a call and see how our DWI defense attorneys can help you.

Sex Crimes in Texas

Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, and Denton Sex Crimes Defense Attorneys
Any form of human sexual behavior that is prohibited by law is considered a sex crime, and when such an offense is committed, that the person will be charged with some type of sex crime. Some sex crimes are crimes of violence that involve sex, while others do not involve violence, but only the behavior that violates Texas laws, such as any sexual behavior or activity involving a minor, indecent exposure, or exhibitionism. Examples of sex crimes under Texas law includes: rape; sexual assault; public lewdness, prostitution, solicitation, indecent exposure, child pornography, and other such crimes. If you or a loved one is facing sex crime accusations or charges, early intervention by an experienced criminal defense attorney is critical to assure the best outcome.

Theft Crime in Texas

Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, and Denton Theft Crime Defense Attorneys
A theft crime involves the unlawful taking of another’s property without their consent, with the intention of permanently depriving the owner of the property. According to the federal government’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), there are about 10 million theft crimes committed a year, and over 1 million people will be arrested. Theft crimes can be misdemeanors or felonies and the maximum sentences can include many years behind bars. Examples of theft crimes under Texas law includes the following: larceny; theft; burglary; auto theft; robbery; fraud; forgery; identity theft; embezzlement; and other such crimes.

Probation Violation in Texas

Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, and Denton Probation Violation Defense Attorneys
Failure to pay court-ordered fines, failure to pay restitution, failure to check in with your probation officer, or failure of an alcohol or drug test may be considered a violation of probation. While these actions would not otherwise be punishable, they are in probation violation proceedings. You may be placed in jail and ineligible for bail until the probation violation issues are resolved. While the judge might permit you to attempt to resolve the matter without an attorney, it is critical to have experienced legal counsel on your side

Violent Crimes in Texas

Dallas, Collin, Tarrant, and Denton Violent Crime Defense Attorneys
Violent crimes are categorized as felonies in Texas. A violent crime is a broad legal category that covers a large number of criminal offenses that involve the use of, or even the threat of force or violence. This includes both crimes in which the violent act is the objective, such as murder, as well as crimes in which violence is the means to an end, such as robbery. In Texas, violent crimes include crimes committed with and without weapons. Examples of violent crimes include: rape, murder, robbery, aggravated assault, and other such felonies.

Crimes List Under Texas Law:

The following is a list of crimes under Texas Penal Code: