If you have been charged with a weapon offense in Frisco, TX, you risk losing your freedom, paying a substantial fine, and having a violent criminal record that follows you for the rest of your life. Frisco, TX takes weapons seriously as they have discharge regulations. Texas takes crimes involving weapons seriously, which is why it is essential to have an aggressive and dedicated legal team protecting your rights.

At the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, we fight for those accused of weapon offenses and other violent crimes in Texas. Based on the details of your case, we can craft a defense strategy that gives you the best chance of a favorable outcome. Our lead criminal defense lawyer, Randall Isenberg, has worked in the Texas courts as a prosecutor and district judge, so he is closely familiar with all sides of a criminal case.

For a free case evaluation with a weapon offense lawyer in Frisco, call our office today at 214-696-9253.

The Penalties for a Weapons Offense Conviction in Frisco, TX

The penalties for a weapons offense conviction in Frisco, TX can vary significantly based on the nature of the charge and the class of the crime — meaning whether it is a misdemeanor or a felony. But the critical thing to remember is that nearly all weapons offenses in Texas carry the possibility of jail time.

Basic weapons offenses, such as illegal carry of a firearm, are usually Class B misdemeanors in Texas. But some aggravating factors can bump even the most minor weapons crime up to a Class A misdemeanor or even a felony.

If you have previous convictions of weapons offenses or violent crimes and have had your right to carry a firearm removed, you could face felony charges if caught in possession of a weapon. Felonies in Texas come with significant jail time, and there is little chance for leniency if you get convicted.

Here are the penalties you can expect upon conviction, based on the class of crime:

• Class B Misdemeanor: Up to a $2,000 fine, and up to 6 months in jail;
• Class A Misdemeanor: Up to a $4,000 fine, and up to 1 year in jail;
• State Jail Felony: Up to a $10,000 fine, and up to 2 years in state jail;
• Third-Degree Felony: Up to a $10,000 fine, and up to 10 years in prison;
• Second-Degree Felony: Up to a $10,000 fine, and up to 20 years in prison;
• Third-Degree Felony: Up to a $10,000 fine, and up to life in prison.

A Frisco, TX weapons offense lawyer from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg will fight for you, helping you avoid or at least minimize the penalties above. For a free consultation and case evaluation, call us today at 214-696-9253.

Weapons Laws in Texas

Texas has permissive gun laws but is known to be exceptionally harsh on residents who break them. Concealed carry is legal in the state. That means as long as your right to own and carry a firearm has not been removed, you can have a gun in your home or on your person as long as it is concealed.

Texas has a long list of non-firearm weapons that are illegal to carry in the state. If you get caught with one of these weapons, you could face criminal weapons charges.

Texas Gun Laws

It is legal to carry a concealed firearm in Texas, but the weapon must be holstered, and you must obtain a permit before carrying in public.

Even with a valid permit, Texas prohibits the carrying of firearms in a number of locations, such as:

• Schools
• Airports
• Hospitals
• Churches
• Prisons
• Bars
• Amusement parks
• Nursing homes
• Voting precincts
• Government buildings

The law does allow private colleges and universities in Texas to make their own gun rules and for the carrying of concealed firearms (with a valid permit) at state-run community colleges.

Texas Non-Firearm Weapons Laws

In Texas, it is illegal to carry, own, sell, or trade any of the following classes of weapons:

• Brass knuckles
• Bombs
• Grenades
• Nightsticks
• Zip guns
• Rockets
• Switchblades

Because of recent changes in the law, the following weapons are now legal in Texas for open carry by permitted users:

• Machetes
• Swords
• Spears
• Sabers
• Knives with extended blades

As you can see, weapons laws in Texas are complex and not always cut and dry. That is why, if you have been charged, it is important to get a weapon offense lawyer in Frisco as quickly as possible who can begin working on your case and crafting a compelling defense to beat the charges.

For a free consultation with the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, call 214-696-9253 today.

How a Weapons Offense Lawyer in Frisco, TX Can Help You

If you attempt to fight these charges without a lawyer, you could put your freedom and your future at substantial risk. A lawyer who understands Texas weapons laws can fight to keep you out of jail and to keep you from having a criminal record for life.

The burden of proof is on the prosecution to prove that you are guilty. Your lawyer simply must create enough reasonable doubt to avoid a conviction. Depending on the circumstances of your case, the team at the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg can create this doubt in a number of ways.

A weapon offense lawyer in Frisco can obtain evidence, such as police reports, photo and video surveillance, and witness statements, to call into question your involvement in the crime. We can also investigate to find if law enforcement violated any procedural rules or denied you of your constitutional rights at any point.

We also may be able to work a deal with the prosecution to reduce the severity of your charges.

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A criminal conviction for prostitution or a sex crime in Texas can impact you for the rest of your life, preventing you from thriving both professionally and socially. You could go to jail. You might have to pay substantial fines. You may get sentenced to probation or community service. Worst of all, you might have to register as a sex offender.

Incident reports in Frisco show that prostitution sex crimes are happening. If you are facing charges of prostitution, solicitation, or another sex crime in Frisco, TX, it is critical to have the right legal team on your side. The Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg can build a strong case and defend you in court. Our lead attorney, Randall Isenberg, served for many years as both a prosecutor and district judge in the Texas courts. He understands how the other side works and uses his knowledge to your advantage.

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How Texas Defines Prostitution and Sex Crimes

The term “sex crimes” covers a lot of territory in Texas and can refer to anything from public indecency to sexual assault. The main categories of sex crimes as outlined in the Texas Penal Code are:

Prostitution

Prostitution refers to any situation in which a party accepts a fee in exchange for engaging in sexual activity. The “fee” could be money, drugs, gift cards, or any item of value.

Solicitation

Solicitation refers to the other side of the transaction in a prostitution case — the party who offers money or other items of value in exchange for sexual activity.

Promoting Prostitution

Promoting prostitution happens when a third-party facilitates sexual activity for hire. It is often referred to as “pimping” and could apply to an escort service or massage parlor owner, or anyone else who helps set up an act of prostitution.

Other Sex Crimes in Frisco, TX

The Texas Penal Code outlines many sex crimes of varying seriousness. Indecent exposure is a sex crime in Texas, as are rape and sexual assault. One thing these crimes all have in common is that a conviction has the potential to ruin your life.

Because you have so much at stake when facing prostitution or sex crime charges in Texas, it is vital to have aggressive and competent legal representation. A prostitution and sex crimes lawyer in Frisco, TX may be able to help you get the charges dropped, avoid jail time, or not have to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life.

To receive a free case evaluation with the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg in Frisco, TX, call 214-696-9253 today.

Penalties for Prostitution and Sex Crimes in Frisco, TX

The penalties for prostitution or a sex crime in Texas can vary substantially based on the class of crime for which you get convicted. If your charge is for basic prostitution or solicitation, it is likely a Class B misdemeanor. But any number of aggravating factors could bump this charge up to a Class A misdemeanor.

Promoting prostitution is automatically a Class A misdemeanor, and if you get convicted of promoting prostitution for more than one person, Texas considers that a prostitution enterprise, which is a felony. Any prostitution or sex crime involving a minor is also a felony in Texas.

The penalties you could face for each level of prostitution or sex crime in Texas are:

• Class B Misdemeanor: Up to a $2,000 fine, and up to 6 months in jail;
• Class A Misdemeanor: Up to a $4,000 fine, and up to 1 year in jail;
• State Jail Felony: Up to a $10,000 fine, and up to 2 years in jail;
• Third-Degree Felony: Up to a $10,000 fine, and up to 10 years in prison;
• Second-Degree Felony: Up to a $10,000 fine, and up to 20 years in prison;
• First-Degree Felony: Up to a $10,000 fine, and up to life in prison.

Avoiding the Texas Sex Offender Registry

Even after you have served your sentence and paid your fines, fees, and court costs, a prostitution or sex crime conviction can continue to haunt you. The Texas Penal Code requires you to register as a sex offender following a conviction of most reportable sex crimes.

In other words, with a quick internet search, your neighbors, co-workers, friends, and anyone you try to date will be able to see that you are a registered sex offender. This can have a substantially negative impact on your professional, civic, and social life.

A prostitution and sex crime lawyer in Frisco, TX can fight to keep your name off the sex offender registry and has several ways to do so. For a free case evaluation with the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, call 214-696-9253 today.

Why You Need a Lawyer for a Prostitution or Sex Crime Charge in Frisco, TX

A sex crime is one of the worst criminal convictions you can have in Texas. Sex offenders are one of the few remaining groups in Texas against whom discrimination is still legal. If you are on the sex offender registry, a landlord may legally deny you a place to rent, and an employer may legally deny you a job.

The good news is that the presumption of innocence still applies to accused sex offenders. If you have a lawyer who can create reasonable doubt in the prosecution’s case, you may be able to avoid a conviction.

Having worked on sex crime cases from all sides — as a criminal defense attorney, a prosecutor, and a judge — attorney Randall Isenberg offers his clients a knowledge base that provides the best chance of a favorable outcome.

Our office also offers a free initial case evaluation. To speak with a team member today, call us at 214-696-9253.

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If you have been accused of prostitution, solicitation, or a sex crime in Frisco, TX, attorney Randall Isenberg, and his team can help you beat the charge and move forward with your life. We fully believe in the presumption of innocence and fight aggressively for the rights of the accused. Our prostitution sex crime lawyers in Frisco, TX are eager to get to work for you.

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If you have been charged with violating your probation in Frisco, TX, you face the possibility of getting sent to jail for the maximum sentence allowed for the original crime. To fight a probation violation charge, you cannot present your case to a jury but instead must attend a hearing in front of a judge.

You can have an attorney represent you at your probation violation hearing. A Frisco probation violation lawyer from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg will fight to keep your probation from getting revoked. We offer a free, no-risk case evaluation and are eager to help.

To speak with a member of our staff today, call us at 214-696-9253.

Types of Probation Violations in Texas

Texas has two main types of probation. The first, deferred adjudication probation, means the judge agreed to put off finding you guilty of your original charge on the condition that you successfully complete a probation term. If you avoid any further trouble during your probation period, the state drops the charge, and you avoid a criminal record.

The second type is straight probation. People convicted of crimes get sentenced this type of probation as an alternative to some or all their jail sentence. For instance, your crime might have called for two years in jail, but the judge made you serve only six months, followed by probation for the remaining year and a half.

Violation of Deferred Adjudication Probation

If a judge finds that you violated your deferred adjudication probation, they may find you guilty for the original crime. Even worse, they can impose the maximum sentence on you for that crime, putting you in a worse position than if you had been found guilty in the first place and sentenced to jail.

Violation of Straight Probation

If a judge finds that you violated your straight probation, they will likely order you to serve the remainder of your sentence behind bars rather than on probation. Returning to the hypothetical situation above in which you were sentenced to two years with all, but six months served on probation, the judge may order you back to jail to serve the full two years.

No matter the details of your probation violation, our team can help. Call the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg today for a free case evaluation with a probation violation lawyer in Frisco. Call 214-696-9253.

Types of Probation Violations in Frisco, TX

When you get put on probation in Texas, the courts impose several rules on you. If you violated or are suspected to have violated any of these rules, you could get charged with violation of probation, which can lead to your probation getting revoked.

The most common types of probation violation in Texas include:

• Getting arrested for a subsequent crime like getting a DWI
• Failing a drug or alcohol screen
• Leaving the city, state, or county without permission from your probation officer
• Failing to show up for a scheduled meeting with your probation officer
• Not completing a required drug or alcohol screen
• Failing to maintain gainful employment
• Failing to perform required community service or education programs

Whether you are facing violation of probation charges because you got arrested for another crime or because the court claims you failed to uphold one or more obligations of your probation, our criminal defense lawyers will fight to keep your probation from getting revoked. For a free case evaluation, call us at 214-696-9253.

Your Rights as a Person Accused of Violation of Probation

As a person accused of violation of probation in Texas, you do have rights. These include:

• The right to an attorney;
• The right to enter a plea in response to the accusation;
• The right to present (or have your attorney present) evidence in your defense.

That said, fighting a probation violation charge is a substantial challenge, and for one primary reason. In a typical criminal case, the prosecution must prove that you are guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Unfortunately, that burden does not exist in a probation violation hearing. Instead, if the judge believes the preponderance of the evidence (in other words, more than 50 percent) points to your guilt, they can find you guilty and revoke your probation.

Attorney Randall B. Isenberg is uniquely positioned to fight for you in front of a judge, as he spent many years in the Texas court system working as both a prosecutor and as a district judge. He understands how judges operate and how they think, and what types of arguments best appeal to them.

What to Expect After a Probation Violation Charge

Upon charging you with violating your probation, the court will set a hearing. This hearing is where you get to appear before a judge with your attorney and present evidence in your defense. In the meantime, depending on the circumstances of the case, the judge may set you free on bond or hold you until your trial date. Your attorney can help work out a deal to allow you to go free while awaiting your hearing.

As your hearing date approaches, your attorney will work with you to craft a defense strategy. Attorney Randall Isenberg has helped many clients win their probation violation hearings and knows how to put together a compelling defense. Even if the court has already revoked your probation, our team can fight to have it reinstated.

The Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg believes in the presumption of innocence, and our passion is fighting for the rights of the accused. We are eager to help you beat your violation of probation charge. Receive a free consultation today by calling 214-696-9253.

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If you have been charged with murder in Texas, you could face life in prison or even the death penalty upon conviction. Texas is one of the toughest states in the nation on violent crime, and if you do not have a compelling defense strategy, you are unlikely to beat a murder charge.

A murder lawyer in Frisco, TX from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg can fight these allegations on your behalf.

The sooner you get us involved in your case, the better, so call us right away, even if the state has not formally filed charges. The more time a murder lawyer in Frisco has to investigate and craft your defense, the more likely they can help you beat the charge. Our team offers a free, no-risk case evaluation. To speak with a member of our staff today, call 214-696-9253.

Murder vs. Capital Murder in Texas

Absent mitigating circumstances, such as self-defense, any form of murder constitutes a first-degree felony in Texas. That means you can face up to 99 years in prison (effectively life) or if the prosecutor elects to pursue it, the death penalty.

Capital murder is an enhanced murder charge in Texas. Upon conviction, you will face an automatic life sentence at the minimum, and the death penalty is a strong possibility.

The Definition of Murder in Texas

A person can be convicted of murder in Texas if they are found guilty of:

• Intentionally or knowingly causing the death of another person, or
• Causing the death of another person while committing an act clearly intended to inflict severe bodily injury, or
• Committing or attempting to commit a criminal act (other than manslaughter), which kills another person in the process.

The Definition of Capital Murder in Texas

A person can be convicted of capital murder in Texas if they are found guilty of:

• Knowingly murders a police officer or firefighter on duty, or
• Intentionally kills another person while carrying out or attempting to carry out one of several crimes, including robbery, burglary, kidnapping, and aggravated sexual assault, or
• Participates in a murder-for-hire, either as the person soliciting the crime or the person carrying out the killing, or
• Intentionally kills another person while escaping or attempting to escape from a penal institution, or
• Intentionally kills a penal institution employee while incarcerated, or
• Kills a person in prison for financial gain, or
• Murdering more than 1 person during the same act, scheme, or course of conduct, or
• Intentionally killing a person under 10 years old, or
• Murdering another person in retaliation for their service on a state court.

The Penalties for Murder in Texas

As a first-degree felony, a murder conviction carries the following penalties in Texas:

• A minimum of 5 and up to 99 years (or life) in prison;
• A fine of up to $10,000;
• Possible death penalty.

Fighting a Murder Charge in Frisco, TX

Attorney Randall Isenberg and his team at the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg can help you beat a murder charge in Texas. Our criminal defense lawyers will evaluate your case and, based on the details we find, come up with the best defense strategy.

The Burden of Proof

The biggest thing working in our favor is that the burden of proof rests with the prosecution. That means we do not have to prove you are innocent. Instead, we must prevent the other side from proving beyond a reasonable doubt that you are guilty. In other words, our job is to create that reasonable doubt.

In a crime as serious as murder, the burden of proof is extremely high. If the jury executes its duty the way it is supposed to, it will not convict a murder suspect without being very sure of the person’s guilt. We will work to make sure that surety never materializes.

Investigation and Evidence Gathering

We start by investigating every circumstance surrounding the crime in question. This research may include interviewing witnesses, examining the scene of the crime, talking to forensic experts, reading the police reports, and a host of other efforts. We will look for evidence of a violation of your rights as an accused person. Examples include:

• Illegal search and seizure;
• Improper handling of evidence;
• Failure to inform you of rights;
• Lack of probable cause.

If we find enough evidence in our initial search to call your guilt into serious question, we may be able to convince the prosecution to drop the charges. The state typically has little interest in prosecuting a murder case it feels it has only a small chance of winning.

If the prosecutor is not willing to drop the charges, we can take your case to trial, at which point there are several defense strategies we can adopt. For instance, we may be able to convince the jury that you were defending your person or property and thus the killing was justified. Alternatively, if there is scant evidence placing you at the scene of the crime, we can focus on this lack of proof.

Every murder case is different, which is why we take the time to conduct an exhaustive investigation into the circumstances of yours. If there is a way to beat the charge, we can find it. To receive a free consultation with a member of our staff, call 214-696-9253.

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A murder conviction in Frisco, TX, can effectively end your life as you know it. In a worst-case scenario, it can end your life, period. Attorney Randall Isenberg has spent decades working inside the Texas court system, many of those years as a prosecutor and district judge. He has worked on all sides of murder trials and uses this knowledge and experience to his clients’ advantage. A murder lawyer in Frisco can steer your case to the best possible outcome.

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If you have been charged with intoxication assault in Frisco, TX, you could face several penalties, including jail time, fines, the loss of your driver’s license, and a felony record for life, preventing you from voting, owning a gun, and many other rights. Intoxication assault is a criminal charge covering any situation in which someone injures another person while driving drunk. An intoxication assault lawyer in Frisco from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg can help you beat the charge.

Attorney Randall Isenberg offers unique advantages over other criminal defense lawyers in Frisco. He has spent decades in the Texas court system, working as both a felony prosecutor and a district judge. He understands the law from all sides and uses his knowledge to his clients’ advantage. For a free consultation and case evaluation, call the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg today at 214-696-9253.

Penalties for Intoxication Assault in Frisco, TX

In Texas, intoxication assault is, at the very least, a third-degree felony. A few aggravating factors could bump it up to a second-degree felony, which carries an even longer jail sentence and heavier fine. But no matter what, if you get charged with intoxication assault, you are looking at a possible felony conviction and a felony record.

Intoxication assault applies to any situation in which drunk driving causes an injury. The injured party does not have to be another driver. It can be a passenger (in your vehicle or another vehicle) or a pedestrian. The vehicles involved do not have to be cars, either. If you injured someone while operating a boat or watercraft under the influence, you can get charged with intoxication assault.

As a third-degree felony, intoxication assault carries the following penalties in Texas:

• A fine of up to $10,000, plus court costs and other fees
• Up to 10 years in prison
• Up to 2 years’ driver’s license suspension (with a minimum of 6 months mandatory)
• Probation
• Community service
• Mandatory alcohol education
• Installation of an ignition interlock device on your vehicle (once your license gets reinstated)

If it is not your first drunk driving conviction, you face even stiffer penalties. The same is true for several other aggravating circumstances, such as carrying a passenger under 15 in your vehicle when the accident occurred.

If convicted of intoxication assault, you will also face the stigma of having a felony record for the rest of your life. With a felony on your record, you may find it difficult to buy a house in a homeowner’s association, get the job you want, register to vote, go back to school, buy a gun, or travel abroad.

For a free consultation with an intoxication assault lawyer in Frisco from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, call 214-696-9253 today.

Loss of License for Intoxication Assault in Frisco, TX

Upon getting arrested for intoxication assault in Frisco, TX, you face the immediate loss of your license. To avoid losing your driving privileges, you must schedule an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing. From the date of your arrest, you have only 15 days to schedule it.

It is a good idea to hire an attorney to guide you through the ALR process. They can prepare you for what to expect and advocate on your behalf at the hearing itself. Randall Isenberg has a strong track record of helping clients retain their licenses via the ALR process.

Another benefit of having an attorney at the ALR hearing is it allows them to learn more about the prosecution’s case and what kinds of evidence they have against you.

Defense Strategies for Intoxication Assault in Frisco, TX

Our team has several defense strategies we can use to avoid a conviction of intoxication assault. The details of your case will determine which ones we use. If the prosecution’s case against you is weak, we may be able to dismantle it before the trial even begins, compelling the state to drop the charges. We may also decide to work out a deal in which you plead down to a lesser charge.

If your case goes to trial, we can use one or more of the following to poke holes in the prosecution’s case:

Inadmissible Evidence

Law enforcement must follow certain protocol when ordering blood alcohol content (BAC) testing. We will investigate and look for evidence that they deviated from this protocol. If they did, even in a small way, we can have any evidence they gained in the process (such as a positive breathalyzer test) deemed inadmissible.

Lack of Impairment

Intoxication assault requires being legally impaired at the exact moment the injury occurred. Even if BAC testing shows you were above the legal limit, it may not prove you were intoxicated when the accident took place. We can also look at confounding variables that may have produced a false positive, such as certain foods or oral care products.

Extent of Injury

For a charge of intoxication assault to be valid, the injured party must have sustained major bodily harm. We will evaluate their medical records and scour additional evidence in search of proof that their injury does not rise to the necessary threshold.

Lack of Fault

Even if evidence shows you were intoxicated at the time of the accident involving injury, it is not considered assault if you were not at fault. An intoxication assault lawyer in Frisco may be able to produce evidence calling your fault into question.

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If you are facing intoxication assault charges in Frisco, TX, you should go with the lawyer who has worked on all sides of felony cases in Texas: as a defender, a prosecutor, and a judge. Choose Randall Isenberg and his team at the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg.

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If you get convicted of grand theft auto in Texas, you could spend many years — or potentially the rest of your life — in prison. When you finish serving your sentence, your conviction may continue to haunt you forever. With a felony on your background report, you could find it difficult to maintain gainful employment, rent an apartment, get a loan, or go back to school. A grand theft auto lawyer in Frisco, TX can help you fight the charge and get on with your life.

The Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg is a Frisco, TX criminal defense firm that aggressively and passionately fights for the rights of the accused. In our eyes, everyone is innocent until proven guilty, and our job is to prevent that proof from happening. Randall Isenberg, a former prosecutor and district judge in the Texas court system, leads our firm. His experience on the other side of criminal trials is a significant asset to his clients.

Our firm offers a free initial consultation. To speak with a member of our staff, call 214-696-9253.

The Penalties for Grand Theft Auto in Frisco, TX

The penalties for grand theft auto in Texas vary based on several factors, including the value of the vehicle stolen. Stealing a car valued as low as $750 is a Class A misdemeanor in Texas, potentially carrying jail time and thousands in fines. As soon as the vehicle value exceeds $2,500, the crime becomes a felony.

The maximum penalties for grand theft auto based on vehicle value are:

• Between $750 and $2,499 (Class A Misdemeanor): Up to 1 year in jail, and a fine of up to $4,000.
• Between $2,500 and $29,999 (State Jail Felony): Up to 2 years in jail, and a fine of up to $10,000.
• Between $30,000 and $150,000 (Third-Degree Felony): Up to 10 years in prison, and a fine of up to $10,000.
• Between $150,000 and $300,000 (Second-Degree Felony): Up to 20 years in prison, and a fine of up to $10,000.
• More than $300,000 (First-Degree Felony): Up to life in prison, and a fine of up to $10,000.

Several aggravating circumstances may increase the severity of your charges, bumping a misdemeanor up to a possible felony and a felony up to a higher degree. These factors include:

• Stealing a job-related car while working as a government employee or contractor;
• Stealing a vehicle from an older adult or a nonprofit organization;
• Sounding or disarming a fire alarm to aid in the execution of auto theft.

In Texas, grand theft auto encompasses more than breaking into a vehicle and driving it away without the owner knowing. A person who is suspected of obtaining a vehicle by fraudulent means — such as forging a title or purchasing a car using a knowingly bad check — may also face charges of grand theft auto.

No matter the circumstances of your charges, attorney Randall Isenberg and his team can help you beat them. To receive a free consultation with a grand theft auto lawyer in Frisco, TX, call us today at 214-696-9253.

Similar Offenses to Grand Theft Auto in Texas

The Texas Penal Code defines other crimes involving the theft or improper use of a vehicle.

Carjacking

Carjacking refers to stealing a vehicle by violent force. If you have been accused of carjacking, you may face conviction not only for grand theft auto but also for assault or aggravating assault, depending on the circumstances of the incident. You will almost certainly face felony charges.

Joyriding

Joyriding refers to the act of “borrowing” a vehicle without the owner’s permission. It is a state jail felony in Texas, even if you returned or intended to return the vehicle when you were finished with it.

Altering a Vehicle Serial Number

If you alter or tamper with a vehicle serial number in Texas, you face automatic Class A misdemeanor charges. Since this offense usually occurs in conjunction with actual car theft, these charges will get tacked on top of an existing charge of grand theft auto.

We can help you fight criminal charges for any of the above-listed offenses. For a free consultation and case evaluation with the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, call 214-696-9253 today.

How a Grand Theft Auto Lawyer in Frisco, TX Can Help You

Trying to fight a grand theft auto charge in Frisco, TX without a lawyer is a risky undertaking. By not having aggressive representation, you put your freedom and your future at risk. When you trust the professionals at the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, you can be confident that a dedicated team, led by an attorney with three decades of experience in the Texas court system, is fighting for your best interests.

When we take your grand theft auto case, we will:

Conduct a Full Investigation

We investigate every aspect of your case and based on the evidence and information we find; we can develop the most effective defense strategy with the best chance of a favorable outcome.

Defend You in Court

Once your case goes to trial, the prosecution has the burden of proving you guilty. Our job is to create reasonable doubt that prevents the other side from making their case. Having worked as one for years, Randall Isenberg knows where to find weak spots in a prosecutor’s case.

Negotiate a Plea Deal

If the case against you is strong, it might be in your best interests to cut a deal with the prosecution to plead down to a lesser charge. By getting you a plea deal, we can often keep your sentence to a minimum.

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