Fort Bend County Misdemeanor Lawyers
If
you have been charged with a misdemeanor, it is important that you have
an experienced misdemeanor defense attorney to represent you. Our
misdemeanor defense lawyers have significant trial experience defending
people accused of misdemeanor and felony offenses.
The
criminal defense lawyers at James Sullivan and Associates have more
than 45 years of experience successfully defending people in the Greater
Houston area and throughout the state of Texas against misdemeanor and
felony charges.
Choosing
a criminal defense lawyer to defend you may be the most important
decision you will make in your case. Whether you have been charged with a
crime or are under investigation by law enforcement, your rights, your
freedom and your future are at risk. It is critical to have the counsel
of an experienced Fort Bend county criminal defense attorney as early as
possible.
To
discuss your case with an experienced Richmond Criminal Defense
Attorney, call James Sullivan and Associates for a free confidential
consultation at (281) 546-6428.
Richmond Misdemeanor Defense Attorneys – Fighting To Protect Your Rights, Future and Freedom
In Texas, there are three levels of misdemeanors: Class A, Class B and Class C.
- Class A misdemeanors are punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a $4,000 fine.
- Class B misdemeanors are punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine.
- Class C misdemeanors are punishable by a maximum $500 fine.
Fort Bend County Criminal Defense Attorneys James Sullivan and Associates have
successfully defended people in state courts on misdemeanor charges,
including:
- Assault and Assault Family Violence
- DWI (Driving While Intoxicated)
- Criminal Mischief
- Evading Detention or Arrest
- Theft, Shoplifting, Hot Check or Employee Theft
- Possession of Marijuana or a Dangerous Drug
- Public Lewdness, Indecent Exposure or Prostitution
- Burglary of a Motor Vehicle
- Terroristic Threat
- Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
Misdemeanor Criminal Record
Whether you are charged as an adult or as a juvenile, a conviction for a misdemeanor can deny you employment and can impact you for life. Richmond Misdemeanor Defense Attorneys James Sullivan and Associates are experienced in defending those accused of misdemeanors and felonies.
Because
a conviction results in a criminal record, a misdemeanor charge must be
taken seriously. Unless the charge is expunged or non-disclosed
(sealed), a misdemeanor will show up on a background check. Once you are
convicted, it will stay on your record forever.
Being
convicted or accused of a misdemeanor can have devastating
consequences. Hiring an experienced Richmond Misdemeanor Defense Attorney
can make the difference between being found guilty or not guilty.
A
misdemeanor case that is dismissed, reduced to a Class C deferred
adjudication or results in a not guilty verdict may be eligible for an
expunction. A Class A or Class B misdemeanor case with a successful
completion of a deferred adjudication may be eligible for non-disclosure
(sealing) of criminal history.
Contact an Experienced Richmond Misdemeanor Defense Attorney
James Sullivan and Associates use their extensive trial experience and knowledge of the law to defend their clients. If you are facing a misdemeanor charge and need an experienced Houston Criminal Trial Lawyer, they can help.
James Sullivan & Associates | Richmond Texas Criminal Lawyers
To
discuss your case in confidence with an experienced Richmond Criminal
Defense Attorney, call for a confidential free consultation at (281)
546-6428.
Our law firm defends clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member or family violence), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.