This article is being written to conclude and recap my series on defending against second-degree felony charges in Austin and other Texas areas. I considered this an important topic to address due to the serious nature of such charges and lifelong consequences if one is convicted. The goal of my recent articles was to provide information to guide people in better understanding what the law requires in prosecuting and defending these types of cases. It is also my goal to assist you in the selection of an attorney. If you or a family member are in need of assistance, then contact my office today ..read more

This is the sixth post in my series about defending second-degree felony charges in Austin and other Texas areas. My last article discussed the topic of defending against robbery charges. Being charged with a crime is a serious matter. It is important to understand the legal process once you are charged and the implications of a conviction. It is also helpful to understand the possible defenses one may have if they are charged. This article will discuss dealing with charges of arson. If you or someone you know has been charged with arson or a related crime, then contact my office today to spea ..read more

This is the fourth post in a series discussing how to defend against second-degree felony charges in Austin and other Texas areas. My last article discussed the criminal charges that stem from indecency with a child. It is important to understand the legal process after one has been charged with a crime. These types of matters are taken very seriously by the Court and it is best to retain an experienced criminal lawyer to protect your rights. This post will discuss defending against charges of sexual assault and is also intended to assist you with choosing counsel. If you or someone you love i ..read more

The Texas legislature amended the law in 2023 in regard to penalties for the possession of child pornography. I have previously discussed Texas’ penalties for possessing child porn. This change in the law is substantial and I am revisiting this issue as it is important for accused individuals to understand how this change applies to them. As an Austin criminal defense lawyer, I am experienced in handling such matters and I have been licensed to practice law since 1995. I am Board Certified in Criminal Defense by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and my firm is solely dedicated to protect ..read more

This is the next post in my series on the handling of second-degree felony charges in Austin and other Texas areas. My last article discussed the potential penalties for a second-degree felony. It is important to understand that these consequences include having a permanent criminal record, in addition to potential incarceration. Having such a record can lead to lifelong difficulties. Retaining an experienced attorney is an important step towards making sure your rights remain protected. In this article, I will discuss defending against charges of indecency with a child. If you or a family mem ..read more

This is the next post in my series on the handling of second-degree felonies in Austin and other Texas areas. My last article provided an overview of topics which this series will be addressing. It also stressed the need to speak with an attorney as soon as possible if you or a family member have been arrested. It is important that you speak with counsel as soon as possible so that your representative may begin building a defense on your behalf. In this article I will discuss the potential punishments associated with a second-degree charge. If you or a family member have been arrested then con ..read more

This is the first post in a series which will discuss defending against second-degree felony charges in Austin and other Texas areas. I consider it important to write on this topic due to the fact that individuals often do not know what steps to take after they have been charged with a crime. This is especially true for individuals who have never had contact with the criminal justice system. It is important to understand, however, that the judge and the prosecutors will take such matters very seriously and that you must take steps to protect your rights. The first step in doing so is to retain ..read more

This article is being written to conclude and recap my series on the handling of felony charges in Austin, Texas and its surrounding areas. I considered this an important topic to address due to the serious consequences which such charges carry. Also, the process of dealing with such a situation can be overwhelming for those who have no prior record. The goal of my recent articles was to provide information which will help people to better understand their situation. It has also been my goal to provide information which will assist with the selection of an attorney. If you or a family member a ..read more

This is the next article in my series on the handling of felony charges in Austin, Texas. My previous post discussed what to expect when charged with a third-degree felony in our state. Understanding the process which one is facing, as well as the potential penalties, is important to making informed decisions as to a defense strategy. An experienced attorney can assist you in making such decisions. In this article I will discuss the handling of the most serious crimes in our state – capital murder charges. Given the extreme nature of such charges, it is vital that a defendant have qualified co ..read more

In June, 2023 Governor Abbott signed House Bill 6. This new law allows for prosecutors to bring murder charges against one who is shown to have provided fentanyl to an individual who subsequently dies from overdosing. Charges will carry a potential sentence of fifteen to ninety-nine years in prison. The extent to which individuals will be charged under this act have yet to be seen. As an Austin criminal defense lawyer, I am writing to discuss the specifics of the law and the process which a defendant will face. Texas may punish fentanyl-related deaths with a sentence of fifteen to ninety-nine ..read more