- Child Abuse
- Criminal DefenseContact Brazoria criminal-defense attorney Sandra Oballe at 713-524-6656 if you’re confused about how to move forward when facing felony criminal charges in connection with meth.
- DUI/DWIDWI related criminal charges can not only land you in jail but can also result in a suspended Texas Driver License and a sizable fine for persons unlucky enough to be convicted of such an offense in the court of law. If you, a relative, or other loved one was arrested for and charged with Driving While Intoxicated in Brazoria County, TX, it’s important to understand that you have legal options and we have a host of potential defense strategies to bring to bear on your behalf.
- Traffic ViolationsThe majority of people in jail right now, in prison, and being processed into county and city jails, were arrested in public due to a minor traffic infraction. It’s that simple. Police officers observe a traffic violation, make a judgment call about whether or not to respond, and there they are – sticking their nose into your vehicle and demanding papers. This is the pivotal moment when the officers decide if they have probable cause to search you and your vehicle.
- Sex CrimesPossession of child pornography is a felony in the state of Texas. It is illegal to possess, distribute, or produce any form of pornographic material that depicts children. If convicted of possession of child pornography, the defendant will face stiff penalties and will have to register as a sex offender for life.
- RobberyWhen a person is accused of robbery, or were an unwitting accomplice, they’ll be treated as a violent criminal and prosecutors will relentlessly pursue a conviction so they won’t be perceived as soft on crime.
- BurglaryIn Texas, burglary is a serious criminal charge that can result in a lengthy prison sentence if you’re convicted of the crime. Burglary charges can stem from entering a person’s vehicle, building, or habitation without the permission of the owner.
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsPublic intoxication is a criminal offense that’s often considered to be minor, is classified as a misdemeanor as far as the Texas criminal code is concerned, and one of a few crimes that are usually subject to the attitude of the officer and the citizen with regard to whether anyone’s placed under arrest or not.
- Drug CrimesCocaine possession is a serious felony offense in Texas, and especially in Brazoria County. If a person is found to be in possession of any amount of the drug, they’ll be charged with a felony drug crime. Even if the offender is found to be in possession of trace amounts of the drug, their charge will be classified as a felony and likely enhanced to a more severe criminal classification if they’re found to be a habitual offender or a dealer.
- AssaultThe state of Texas means business when it comes down to pursuing the conviction of people accused of violent crimes ranging from assault to domestic violence and aggravated assault. However, it doesn’t mean that some instances of violence aren’t justified and protected by the law. In fact, a large number of people who are arrested for assault were doing nothing more than protecting themselves, others, or defending their property. If this is the case, then no crime has been committed and this person cannot and should not be convicted.
- MurderCocaine is considered a dangerous drug and is classified as a narcotic under the Texas Health & Safety Code. Texas drug & felony prosecutors are relentless in their pursuit of a conviction of the accused as the drug is considered highly dangerous and a motivational factor for other crimes including theft and murder. Even defendants caught with less than 1 gram of the drug can punished with a multi-year prison sentence if convicted.
- HomicideWhen a person is killed due to the actions of another, a homicide has occurred. Although tragic, not all acts of homicide are crimes. When a person kills another individual in the act of self-defense, defending another, or defending their property, no crime has occurred. The same is true in homicides stemming from auto accidents, medical complications, workplace deaths, and police-involved shootings.
- ShopliftingThe basis of shoplifting charges is often a mistake made by a shopper, or an intended theft being uncovered by store employees. Although allegations of such an offense imply that the person accused has character flaws, not everyone charged with shoplifting are bad people or folks of low moral stature.
- Restraining OrderWhen an individual is accused of violating a protective order it’s a serious offense because not only does the ordered party poses a threat to the protected party, it also means that the perpetrator violated the direct orders of a judge. If a person is believed to be in violation of a restraining order, it can result in an immediate arrest by law enforcement and new criminal charges.
- Kidnapping
- ManslaughterIn the state of Texas, intoxication manslaughter is a second-degree felony criminal offense which can result in a prison sentence of up to 20 years with a fine of up to 10,000.00 for person convicted.
- Internet Crimes
- ProstitutionAlthough some Texans feel that people should be able to do what they want with their bodies, prostitution and the solicitation of such is an illegal act in the state of Texas.
- Hit and Run
- Personal InjuryFurthermore, if the lawyer takes personal injury claims or does civil litigation work on civil cases, they’re not the attorney you’ll want if you’re charged with a serious crime like a felony offense. Jack-of-all-trade lawyers and attorneys who don’t exclusively work in criminal law are not the best options for jury trials in criminal court. Especially when a criminal conviction could result in a lengthy multi-year prison sentence.
- Auto Accidents