Common Felony Offenses
Some common felony charges include:
Resources and Information
See our criminal defense resource center for more information from Dallas felony lawyer Mike Howard on fundamental rights in a criminal case, definitions of culpable mental states (intentionally, knowingly, etc), defenses to prosecution, and more.
Choosing the Right Felony Lawyer in Dallas
Searching for felony lawyers in Dallas can be overwhelming. After all, you are choosing someone who will hold your life, your future, and your family’s future in their hands. You have to be comfortable with them and feel that you can trust the information and advice they give you. Lawyers are supposed to always work in their clients’ best interest. That shouldn’t just be meaningless talk.
First, talk to several lawyers to get a feel for them and their staff. Do they take the time necessary to get to know you, to listen to what’s important to you, and answer your questions? Second, do they show you that you matter to them as a person and not just as a fee? Third, beware of lawyers who put the hard sell on you, who make big promises. No lawyer should ever make a guarantee about a case. Finally, absolutely avoid a lawyer who doesn’t communicate the scope of the work and their fee clearly in a written contract.
What Makes Mike Howard Different
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Dallas Felony Attorney Mike Howard
Above all, I strive to help my clients through difficult times with compassion and integrity. In Dallas innocent people can get accused, charged, and convicted when they don’t have a Dallas felony attorney fighting for them. I believe in standing up for people facing criminal accusations and helping them navigate all that comes with being thrown into the criminal justice system.
Client-Centered
The cornerstone of my law practice is focusing on my clients as individuals. I
start by taking the time to understand not just the facts of their case, but who they are and what they need. Because I know the criminal justice system can be intimidating, I explain the process, their rights, and their options. Client communication is extremely important to me, so I make sure my team and I do everything possible to quickly answer questions and return messages.
Willing to Fight
Most importantly, I am willing to fight a case in court. I have a track record of delivering fantastic results at trial. While not every client and case needs to go to trial, it can make a difference. In addition to fighting at trial, I will also investigate whether you may be eligible for an expunction. When your Dallas felony attorney has a reputation as a skilled trial lawyer who fights for their clients, it can make all the difference in the world.
A Proven Track Record
Dallas Felony Criminal Defense Lawyer
J.C. – Assault Family Violence Impeding Breathing
Our client was a professional boxer and a world champion. He was wrongly accused of brutally beating up an ex-girlfriend. The problem was the woman had no injuries and was shaking him down for a payout. We took the case to trial and exposed her true motives in court. The jury found my client not guilty.
M.T. – Indecency with a Child By Contact
Our client was accused of repeatedly a child family member. He denied any wrongdoing all the way to trial. We were able to convince the jury that the prosecution just didn’t have enough evidence. Not Guilty.
M.J. – Continuous Sexual Abuse
Our client was accused by the daughter of an ex-girlfriend of repeatedly abusing her. We were able to show the jury that all sorts of motive existed to make this story up and that no proof existed. The jury found M.J. Not Guilty.
N.P. – Possession with the Intent to Deliver
Our client was watching TV when the police showed up on a supposed noise complaint. When he opened the door the police rushed in and illegally searched the house. They claimed they saw a gun and that gave them cause to enter and search. We fought back and showed the judge the “gun” was a child’s toy. We showed the judge the search was illegal and beyond any right the police had. The drugs found were thrown out and the case was dismissed.
M.B. – Murder
My client’s brother shot someone and killed him in an argument. The victim’s brother witnessed the shooting and wrongfully claimed that my client was present and is the one who provoked his brother to shoot the victim. Investigating fully, I was able to prove by triangulating his cell phone signal that he was 45 minutes away at the time of the shooting. Case Dismissed.
B.B. – Theft (Multiple Charges in Multiple Counties)
Our client had a heroin problem and was stealing to support his addiction. We were able to get him into drug treatment and get all his charges dismissed.
L.M. – Sexual Assault
Our client was a teenage boy who had consensual sex with a girl at a party. When her parents found out she claimed rape. We were able to fully investigate and convince the detective to reject the case.
J.C. – Felony Theft From Employer
Our client was facing a high-profile accusation of theft with public demands for aggressive prosecution. We were able to get the charge reduced to a misdemeanor, avoid conviction and jail time, and get him unsupervised deferred probation.
Y.K. – Aggravated Assault Serious Bodily Injury
Our client was out with a group of friends when one of them drunkenly harassed our client’s female friend. Our client told the drunk to back off and the drunk took a swing at our client. The drunk ended up stumbling as he walked away and broke his thumb when he fell. He lied to the police, claiming our client attacked him for no reason and beat him mercilessly. Even though all five witnesses backed up our client, police filed charges against our client. We convinced the grand jury to dismiss the case.
