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A criminal defense lawyer protects your rights from the moment you're questioned or arrested — reviewing the evidence, negotiating with prosecutors, and fighting the charge in court. The earlier you call one, the more options you usually have.

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Goolsby & Associates

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Goolsby & Associates: Former Prosecuting Attorneys use their experience to achieve the best possible outcome for residents in the McKinney, TX area that have been arrested on Criminal or DWI ch

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Plain-English guides to the law. General information, not legal advice.

Your Rights If Arrested in Texas

Your federal constitutional rights apply if you're arrested in Texas — Miranda, right to remain silent, right to counsel. Phone-call rule: Reasonable opportunity to make a call.

Assault Charges in Texas

Texas assault charges: simple assault is typically Class A or C misdemeanor (assault); aggravated forms can reach up to 99 yrs (with serious bodily injury / weapon).

Criminal Appeals in Texas

Texas criminal defendants have a right to appeal — but appeals are limited to legal errors preserved at trial, run on tight deadlines (often 30 days), and reverse only ~10% of cases.

Cyber Crime Defense in Texas

Texas cyber-crime cases combine state computer-crime statutes with federal CFAA and other digital-crime laws. Federal prosecution is common for major cases.

Domestic Violence Charges in Texas

Texas domestic violence charges combine an underlying assault/battery offense with state-specific DV enhancements. No mandatory arrest on probable cause.

Drug Court Eligibility in Texas

Texas drug courts offer eligible defendants treatment-based alternatives to incarceration. Successful completion can result in dismissed charges or reduced sentences.

Drug Crime Penalties in Texas

Texas drug law: cannabis is legal for medical use only.

Expungement and Record Sealing in Texas

Texas's record-clearing process is called expunction or non-disclosure. Reasonable but selective — many offenses are eligible, but certain categories (violent, sex, DUI in some states) are usually excluded.

Federal Criminal Charges in Texas

Texas federal criminal charges differ from state — federal sentencing guidelines, mandatory minimums, no parole, and 90%+ conviction rates. Specialized federal-experienced counsel essential.

Felonies vs Misdemeanors in Texas

Texas divides offenses into felonies (more serious) and misdemeanors (less serious). Capital, 1st-degree, 2nd-degree, 3rd-degree, state-jail felonies.

Gun Laws in Texas

Texas concealed carry: Permitless (since September 2021); permits still available. Open carry: Legal. Red flag (ERPO) law: No state red-flag law.

Hate Crime Laws in Texas

Texas hate crime laws enhance penalties for offenses motivated by bias against protected categories: Race, color, disability, and others.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I talk to the police before I have a lawyer?

You have the right to stay silent and to ask for a lawyer. Politely say you want to speak with an attorney before answering questions.

How soon should I hire a criminal defense lawyer in Melissa?

As soon as you're charged or know you're being investigated. Early help can affect bail, evidence and whether charges are filed at all.

Can a criminal charge be dismissed?

Sometimes — for weak evidence, an illegal stop or search, or through programs like pretrial diversion. A local defense lawyer can tell you what's realistic for your case.

How many criminal defense lawyers are listed in Melissa?

There are currently 30 criminal defense lawyers listed in Melissa on CGMIMM.

Criminal Defense Lawyers in Melissa

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Goolsby & Associates

The Law Offices of Chris Fredericks

The Crowder Law Firm, P.C

Joe Luce Attorney

Bailey & Galyen Injury & Accident Attorneys

Dan E Martens Law Offices

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