Texas Criminal Defense Attorney
If you are facing criminal charges such as alcohol related, drug related, parole, and federal crimes, you want a confident and aggressive criminal defense attorney by your side.
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Criminal law can be federal, state, or local. Individuals that commit a crime may get probation, have to pay a fine, or end up in incarceration. Specific crimes can vary by jurisdiction. However, they can all be categorized as either a felony or a misdemeanor. In order for the individual to be convicted of a crime, the prosecutor must prove it beyond a reasonable doubt.
Areas of Criminal Law
Stockard, Johnston, Brown, Netardus & Doyle, P.C. provides excellent legal defense for criminal matters. Amarillo criminal lawyer Jarrett Johnston provides criminal defense in the following areas:
For people over the age of 21 that drive after becoming legally intoxicated, a DWI is a possibility. Those under the age of 21 in this scenario would instead receive a DUI. In Texas, a DWI is considered a more serious crime. Neither should be taken lightly and a criminal attorney can help you through the process.
Federal law and state law differ some when it comes to drug-related charges. Federal law focuses more on the movement of drugs across state borders (trafficking) while state law focuses more on the distribution and manufacturing of the drug within the state.
Prisoners that are released before a completed sentence with certain conditions are on parole. If these conditions are not met, prisoners may be returned to prison.
Federal Criminal
The federal government has authority over certain issues such as patents, coining and regulating money, immigration, and bankruptcy. Crimes that are committed on federal property and crimes that are committed across state borders are also considered a federal offense.
How Long do Criminal Cases Take?
This depends on the complexity of the case. Misdemeanors can take a few weeks to a few months. Felonies can take much longer and might last years.
Can a person be convicted if they didn’t know they were committing a crime?
If someone didn’t understand the law, they can still be convicted. However, if they misunderstood the situation, that can be tricky.
When is an attorney needed for a criminal case?
A criminal attorney can make a big difference in a case. Defendants should seriously consider hiring an experienced lawyer with any criminal case.
Do you need help with criminal law?
Criminal law is a serious matter. If you or someone you know needs assistance in navigating through one of these or any other related issues, please schedule a meeting with one of our attorneys today. We will take the time to understand your issue and do our best to get you the outcome that you deserve.