Houston Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense Attorney in Houston

Former prosecutor defending your rights in Harris County courts.

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When Criminal Charges Hit, Every Hour Counts 

When the State of Texas files charges against you, the clock starts ticking. Bond hearings, discovery deadlines, and plea offers move fast, and the decisions you make in the first 48 hours often shape the outcome of the entire case. 

We handle the full range of state offenses, from misdemeanor charges in Houston to serious felony defense in Harris County. For clients whose cases have already resolved, we also pursue expungement and record sealing.

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Misdemeanors

Misdemeanor defense for Class A, B, and C offenses in Harris County and surrounding counties. Quick action protects your record. 

Felonies

Felony defense for state jail through first degree charges in Harris County and surrounding counties. Trial-ready strategy from a former prosecutor. 

Expungements & Sealing

Expungement and non-disclosure (record sealing) for eligible Texas arrests, dismissals, and deferred adjudication completions. Background checks, cleaned up.

1

Confidential Case Review

Initial consultation in person at our Westchase office or by phone. We listen to what happened, pull the public records, and explain what charges you face under the Texas Penal Code.

2

Discovery and Investigation

We file Michael Morton Act requests, gather body cam footage, witness statements, and any forensic reports. Our investigation runs parallel to the State's.

3

Pretrial Motions and Negotiation

Suppression motions, motions to quash, and direct conversations with the assistant district attorney handling your court. We push for dismissals and reductions before trial.

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Resolution or Trial

When a plea protects your record, we negotiate it. When it doesn't, we try the case to a Harris County jury and force the State to prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt.

Criminal cases in Texas move through a structured pipeline, and every stage offers a chance to push back. After arrest, the magistrate sets bond and reads the formal accusation. The case then transfers to one of the Harris County District Courts or County Criminal Courts depending on the charge level. We track every setting, file every motion, and make sure the prosecution proves what it claims it can prove.

A Houston criminal defense lawyer earns her keep in the unglamorous work between hearings. That means reviewing body cam footage frame by frame, checking whether the traffic stop had legal basis, subpoenaing 911 recordings, and pulling the calibration records on the breathalyzer. Suppression motions win cases. So do well-timed conversations with the prosecutor about an alternative resolution that protects your record.

Houston Criminal Defense

Working criminal law cases in Harris County means knowing the courthouse, the judges, and the prosecutors. That local fluency shows up in how we file motions, time negotiations, and prepare for trial.

We defend Texas Penal Code charges including assault, theft, drug possession, DWI, family violence, weapons offenses, evading arrest, and probation violations. Each charge carries its own punishment range and collateral consequences. A Class A assault sits next to felony enhancements if there's a prior. A simple possession can trigger a license suspension. A family violence finding follows you for life. We explain those stakes plainly so you can decide what fight is worth having.

Clients across Houston criminal defense matters come to us from the Galleria, Westchase, Memorial, the Energy Corridor, and neighborhoods inside the Loop. We also represent clients across the Harris County criminal courts and accept matters in Fort Bend County when the case lands in Richmond. Read more on charge classifications in our guide to misdemeanor and felony charges in Texas.

If you've been arrested or believe you're under investigation, decline any recorded statement before you talk to a lawyer. Confidential consultations run through (832) 703-0231 , or you can reach the Houston criminal defense office to start your case.

Signs You Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer Now

  • You've been arrested or received a citation with a court date in Harris County
  • A search warrant was executed at your home, business, or vehicle
  • Child Protective Services or a similar agency is involved alongside criminal allegations
  • A protective order or no-contact order has been filed against you
  • Your current attorney isn't returning calls or explaining the next setting
  • Police have called asking you to come in to talk about an incident
  • You received a target letter from a prosecutor or investigator
  • You're already on probation and missed a payment, class, or check-in
  • Your bond conditions feel unclear or impossible to follow
  • You're a non-citizen and the charge could affect your immigration status

What Sets This Houston Defense Firm Apart

  • Founding attorney has 6 years of prosecutorial experience inside the Texas criminal justice system
  • Office located in Westchase with parking and easy access to the downtown courthouse
  • Honest case assessments, including when a plea genuinely protects you better than trial
  • Aggressive but compassionate representation, focused on your voice being heard
  • Direct attention from your lawyer, not handoffs to junior staff or paralegals
  • Bilingual phone intake and responsive communication during business hours
  • Trial-ready preparation on every case, even the ones the State expects to plead

What Sets This Houston Defense Firm Apart

How much does a Houston criminal defense lawyer cost?

Fees depend on the charge, the court, and the likely path of the case. Most criminal matters at this firm are handled on a flat fee for misdemeanors and a structured retainer for felonies. We give you a clear written fee agreement at the consultation so there are no surprises. Call (832) 703-0231 to discuss your specific case.

Should I talk to the police if they call me?

No. Politely decline and call a lawyer first. The detective is not asking you in for coffee. Anything you say can be used against you, and well-meaning explanations have sent more people to court than silence ever has. We can step in and shape the conversation on your behalf if one needs to happen.

Where will my Harris County criminal case be heard?

Misdemeanors are handled in the County Criminal Courts at Law and felonies in the District Courts, both housed at the Harris County Criminal Justice Center. The specific court is assigned at filing. We handle cases across all 16 misdemeanor courts and 22 felony district courts.

Can charges be dismissed before trial?

Yes, and that's the goal whenever the facts support it. Dismissals happen through suppression of bad evidence, prosecutorial declination, pretrial diversion programs, and successful motions to quash. Each path requires early, proactive defense work.

How fast should I hire a criminal defense lawyer?

Immediately. Bond conditions, discovery deadlines, and plea windows all run from the date of arrest. The earlier we step in, the more options we have. Call our Houston office at (832) 703-0231 the same day if you can.

Schedule a Criminal Law Consultation

Tell us about your case. We will explain your options in plain English, with no pressure to hire us at the call.

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