Arlington, TX Criminal Defense Attorney

Supportive Attorney Representing Clients in Criminal Cases in Arlington, Texas

Have you been charged with a criminal offense in Texas? If so, it is in your best interests to seek out a skilled attorney who can represent you in front of a judge. An Arlington criminal defense lawyer can help you prepare for your case, exploring different avenues to reduce the charges against you or secure an acquittal.

At The Meza Law Firm, PLLC, we provide our clients with one-on-one guidance to fight serious criminal charges. When you work with our firm, we will take the time to understand your circumstances so that we can defend you to the fullest extent of the law. With over 400 positive reviews, we have built up a trusted reputation throughout Texas as skilled defenders.

Assault

In Texas, assault can either be charged as simple or aggravated. As the name might suggest, simple assault carries lighter penalties than aggravated assault. The definition of assault accounts for:

• Making "offensive or provocative" physical contact with another person
• Threatening somebody else with immediate physical harm
• Intentionally injuring somebody else

In most cases, assault is charged as a misdemeanor, but it can rise to the level of a felony if the offense involved strangulation or if it was committed against a public servant or a family member.

At The Meza Law Firm, PLLC, we can defend against assault charges by asserting that you did not intend to harm or provoke anyone with your conduct. Alternatively, we could argue that both you and the alleged victim engaged in mutual combat. We will explore all possible defenses to get your charges reduced or have the case dropped.

Theft

You could be charged with theft if you illegally take somebody else's property with the intent to deprive them of that item. Theft charges may also apply to situations where you knowingly buy or accept stolen property, even if you did not steal the property yourself.

The crime of theft can be punished as a misdemeanor or felony depending on the value of the stolen property. You could be charged with a state jail felony if you are accused of stealing a firearm, regardless of how much the gun was worth. A state jail felony carries a prison sentence of anywhere from 180 days to two years, along with a potential fine of no more than $10,000.

At The Meza Law Firm, PLLC, we will investigate the procedures followed by police when investigating an offense or arresting you. If your home or vehicle was searched without a warrant, we could have the evidence against you thrown out due to a violation of your rights.

Drug Crimes

Drug-related crimes in Texas come with harsh prosecution. At The Meza Law Firm, PLLC, we can defend you against a variety of drug charges, including:

• Drug possession
• Drug possession with intent to distribute
• Drug trafficking
• Drug crimes committed with a weapon

The exact sentence for a drug charge will likely depend on the type of drug you were caught with and how much of it you had. Marijuana offenses, for example, are taken far less seriously than those involving cocaine.

Our firm can employ different strategies to contest a drug charge. We can challenge any illegal search and seizure by law enforcement, or we may argue that you did not knowingly possess the illegal substance. We will scrutinize the prosecution's case for weaknesses and inform you of your best options during the legal proceedings.

Meet With an Arlington Criminal Law Attorney

If you have been arrested and charged with a crime in Texas, our Arlington criminal defense lawyer can advocate for your rights in and outside of the courtroom. When you work with The Meza Law Firm, PLLC, you can rest assured knowing that your case will be handled by a qualified attorney. Call our offices at 817-732-6392 or reach out to us online to get started with a free consultation.