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Being charged with a crime in Texas can be an overwhelming experience, but understanding what needs to be done before, during, and after trial takes some of the stress out of it. If you are facing criminal charges and await trial, seek the legal counsel of our criminal defense lawyers at Madson Castello Law.

If you are facing criminal charges in Texas, it is important that you understand what an arraignment is and what to expect during this court proceeding so that you can adequately prepare yourself for this first step in the criminal process.

Immigration and criminal law are two distinct legal fields, but they can intersect in several ways. If you are a non-citizen facing criminal charges, it is important to understand how the outcome of your criminal case could lead to deportation.

The rights of inmates while they are under the care of a correctional institution can be complex. Inmates have the right to humane conditions, freedom from discrimination and harassment, nutrition, adequate medical care, and counsel, among other rights.

In Texas, post-secondary institutions — colleges and universities — use Title IX hearings to investigate and remedy allegations of sexual misconduct involving students and faculty members. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, there were 11,800 total reported forcible sex offense incidents on campuses of tertiary institutions throughout the United States in 2019, which constituted 43 percent of all criminal incidents.

When you get offered a plea bargain in your criminal case, do not accept it just yet. Whether or not you should agree to a plea bargain depends on the specific circumstances of your case. With any issues with the law, your first step should be to talk to an attorney.

People arrested for crimes are often required to stay in jail while awaiting trial. In most cases, the only way to get out of jail before the trial date is to post bail. If you are arrested and taken into custody, you may not have to spend hours or days behind bars if you understand how bail works in Texas.

DNA can significantly affect the outcome of a criminal case. DNA could be the most valuable piece of evidence in your case when facing criminal charges—evidence provided by DNA can either connect you to the crime or prove your innocence.

Many Texans know that crimes in the state are divided into misdemeanors and felonies. But most do not understand that a criminal offense can also be a “wobbler” and can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony.

If you or your loved one has been arrested or charged with a crime, it is critical to understand how the criminal justice system works. With more than three decades of combined experience as former prosecutors, our criminal defense attorneys at Madson Castello Law know the ins and outs of America’s criminal justice system. From our office in Dallas, Texas, we provide trusted legal representation to clients facing criminal charges throughout North Texas, including Denton, McKinney, and Fort Worth. We’re here to help you navigate this difficult time.