Determined To Fight Criminal Charges In San Antonio And Bexar Counties
A criminal charge may be the most consequential event you face in your life. In a flash, your career, housing options and other areas of life could be over. Whether you are facing state or federal charges, you need an experienced San Antonio criminal defense lawyer.
At Daniel & Halstead in San Antonio, you have the opportunity to work with acclaimed criminal defense attorneys Doug Daniel and Woody Halstead. They have more than 65 combined years of experience and a record of excellent results. They devote their practice to protecting people facing serious criminal offenses across South Texas.
Contact us today for a free consultation from a Bexar County lawyer.
Our Bexar County Criminal Defense Lawyers Know Criminal Cases
The firm’s attorneys are well-known in Bexar County for the range of complex criminal charges they handle. Some examples include the following:
- Drug offenses: If you have been arrested or charged with a drug crime, the conviction can have severe penalties and imprisonment.
- Drug possession and distribution: Both federal and state laws make controlled substances – including methamphetamine, heroin and cocaine – illegal.
- Trafficking of drugs: Federal drug trafficking indictments can be accompanied by a variety of other charges, such as conspiracy and racketeering.
- Federal offenses: The firm’s attorneys are well-versed in the effects of federal sentencing guidelines. They will work to defend you against the government’s prosecutors.
- Crimes involving firearms: If they’re convicted of a weapons offense, an individual may also face additional penalties that are determined by state and federal laws.
- Any type of breach of fiduciary duty: Texas judicial systems place significant responsibility on those with the title of fiduciary. Our San Antonio criminal defense attorneys can help if you have been accused of breaching a fiduciary duty.
- Driving while intoxicated (DWI): Being accused of drunk driving can have a long-term impact on your life and can result in possible jail time and fines.
- Embezzlement and similar white collar crimes: The complexity of employee theft or embezzlement cases can vary considerably, depending on many factors.
- Fraud of all varieties: A person who uses deceitful tactics to acquire money, assets, property or any form of financial investment commits fraud.
- Kidnapping and human trafficking: Human trafficking is one of the most serious crimes in the United States and can result in decades of prison time.
- Intoxication crimes: Charges for intoxication-related offenses can include DWI, intoxication assault and manslaughter.
- Sex-related crimes: Sex crimes carry some of the harshest penalties and greatest stigmas of any criminal offense a person can face.
- Sexual assault: If you are facing sexual assault and battery charges, then choosing an experienced lawyer can help the outcome of your case.
- Sexual assault or abuse of a child: Being accused of sexually abusing a child is devastating. The firm’s attorneys are experienced in defending individuals accused of sexual misconduct with children.
- Assaultive offenses: Assault, aggravated assault, injury to a child/elderly, deadly conduct and terroristic threat.
- Criminal homicide: Murder, manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide.
- White collar crimes: White collar charges are offenses that encompass nonviolent crimes, often involving financial transactions.
- Property crimes: Arson, criminal mischief, burglary, robbery, criminal trespass and theft.
- Other crimes: Computer crime, organized crime and gambling crime.
- Revocation hearings: Motion to revoke (MTR) or failure to appear (FTA).
Your criminal charges may fall under other categories as well. When you need a San Antonio criminal defense law firm, our team is prepared to take on complex and difficult cases.
What To Expect In A Consultation With A Lawyer
It can seem nerve-wracking to meet with a criminal defense attorney for the first time. However, you have nothing to feel worried about from your meeting. Our team is friendly and welcoming. When you work with us, you can expect the following from a consultation:
- We will discuss the nature of the charges against you and make sure you understand what they mean.
- We will go over existing evidence and other evidence that may be necessary.
- We will talk about the potential sentences and how they could impact your future.
- We will discuss possible strategies to fight the charges against you.
Ultimately, we want to give you the information you need to make smart decisions. Even after your consultation, our lawyers are available 24/7 to speak with you.
Why Hire Our San Antonio Lawyers?
Our San Antonio criminal defense law firm is one of many in the region. So, what sets us apart? There are too many excellent factors to count. Just a few reasons to choose us include:
- A team of former Texas prosecutors who understand criminal cases from both sides.
- Focused 100% on criminal defense law.
- A record of dismissed charges, reduced charges, acquittals and reduced sentences.
- More than 65 combined years of experience.
- An outstanding reputation in the legal community.
- Relationships with judges, prosecutors and law enforcement officers.
- Prompt communication at any time of day, seven days a week.
Whether you face a misdemeanor or a felony, multiple offenses or one, we are prepared to fight assertively for your rights and protect you from the harsh Texas justice system.
Get A San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyer On Your Side
To schedule a free consultation about any criminal charges that you are facing in Bexar County or elsewhere in Texas, please call 210-987-5276 or send them an email message.