Answers from Criminal Defense Attorneys Who Handle These Situations Every Day One of the most critical decisions a person can make in a criminal investigation happens long before a courtroom is involved—often in the first phone call from law enforcement. What you say, what you don’t say, and when you ...
What to Know When the Stakes Are at Their Highest Not all criminal cases are handled the same way—especially in Dallas County. The difference between a misdemeanor and a first-degree felony is not just a matter of severity on paper. It affects how a case is investigated, how prosecutors approach ...
Criminal Defense FAQs: Answers from MC Criminal Law Attorneys When you’re facing criminal allegations—or trying to understand your rights—the details of Texas law matter. Misunderstanding those details can lead to serious consequences, especially in cases involving self-defense and the use of force. At MC Criminal Law, our FAQ Series is ...
Texas Criminal Defense FAQs, Answered by Experienced Attorneys Many people assume that once a criminal case is dismissed, everything tied to that case disappears as well. In reality—especially in Family Violence cases—the arrest itself can continue to follow you long after the courtroom doors close. At MC Criminal Law, our ...
Understanding How Murder Charges Actually Work in Texas When someone is accused of causing another person’s death, the legal distinctions between charges matter—often more than people realize. In Texas, murder and manslaughter are not interchangeable labels. Each charge is defined by a specific mental state, carries different punishment ranges, and ...
Straight Answers from Texas Criminal Defense Attorneys Texas self-defense law is one of the most misunderstood areas of criminal law—especially when it comes to what you’re allowed to do inside your own home, vehicle, or workplace. Terms like “Castle Doctrine” and “Stand Your Ground” get used interchangeably, but they are ...
