Boating while intoxicated (BWI) charges carry the same penalties as drunk driving offenses. Conviction of this crime can include hefty fines, possible jail time, suspension of your driver’s license, and a permanent criminal record.

A boating while intoxicated (BWI) lawyer in Richardson can help you understand the potential consequences of a conviction and explain your legal options. The Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg offer a no-cost, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case. Call 214-696-9253 today to set up an appointment.

Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) Penalties in Richardson, Texas

You understand how damaging a drunk driving conviction can be for your future but what you may not realize is that a BWI conviction is just as dire. In fact, prosecutors may count on that assumption when they urge you to plead guilty.

Enter a guilty plea on BWI charges, however, and you may successfully avoid spending time in jail, but that is all you will avoid. You may still have:

• Substantial fines
• Court costs and fees
• Supervised probation
• Community service
• Alcohol education courses or substance abuse treatment
• To install a breath-activated ignition lock on your car

You could lose your driver’s license for up to two years depending on your prior record and aggravating circumstances present at the time of your arrest. You will be at risk of a permanent criminal record, which can affect your ability to rent a house, get a job, or hold many types of professional licenses.

For a BWI charge (blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 to 0.149), you may face the following penalties.

Boating While Intoxicated – First Offense

• Class B misdemeanor
• Up to $2,000 in fines
• 72 hours to six months in jail
• Driver’s license suspension up to one year

Boating While Intoxicated – Second Offense

• Class A misdemeanor
• Up to $4,000 in fines
• 30 days to one year in jail
• Driver’s license suspension up to one year

Boating While Intoxicated – Third Offense (and subsequent)

• Third-degree felony
• Up to $10,000 in fines
• Two to ten years in prison
• Driver’s license suspension up to two years

If your BAC registered at 0.15 or above, or if you caused an accident or injuries, you might face more severe penalties.

A BWI Conviction Can Cost You Your Driver’s License

When the police cite you for BWI, it triggers the same driver’s license suspension process as a DWI charge does. This process, known as Administrative License Revocation (ALR), proceeds independently of your criminal case.

Within 15 days of your arrest, you must schedule an ALR hearing with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). If you fail to schedule a hearing, you relinquish your right to challenge the suspension.

What to Expect At an ALR Hearing

When you appear at the ALR hearing before an administrative law judge, you have the right to present sworn testimony in your defense. However, the prosecutor can use your statements against you in your criminal case.

With a BWI lawyer to represent you, however, you will have an advocate there to make your case and to protect you against self-incrimination. Our legal team can also question the arresting officer in your case, who will also present sworn testimony during the ALR hearing.

Not only does this give us an opportunity to argue against your driver’s license suspension, but it also gives us critical insight into the prosecution’s evidence and the strength of their case.

Occupational Driver’s License

The judge may rule to suspend your license but, if so, we can appeal that decision. We can also petition the court to award you an occupational driver’s license, which will allow you to drive for necessary purposes such as going to work, going to school, seeing the doctor, visiting the bank, and shopping at the grocery store.

What a Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) Lawyer Can Do to Help You

The police can charge you with BWI in any watercraft, as long as it has propulsion other than water current. You can face boating while intoxicated charges while riding a jet ski, driving a motorboat, or even in a sailboat according to the Texas Penal Code. Waterskiing while intoxicated also violates the statutes.

When you trust the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg to represent you in a BWI case, you will get straight answers and a thorough exploration of how a conviction will affect your life and your future.

We will analyze your case in detail and, using any potential errors of legal rights violations committed by the police, attempt to negotiate with the prosecutor for a reduction or dismissal of your charges. If we cannot negotiate an acceptable outcome, we can take your case to court and mount the strongest possible defense on your behalf.

The Critical Differences between DWI and BWI Charges in Texas

You have fewer legal rights with BWI than you do with driving while intoxicated charges. The main differences include:

• Law enforcement can board your boat any time to conduct a safety check
• Open containers of alcohol on board can provide probable cause for arrest
• Police can arrest you for BWI in any location
• Police administer BWI field sobriety tests while the boat operator is seated

Despite these differences, we typically use a defense strategy similar to those used in DWI cases. Depending on the details of your case, we can potentially identify problems with the way the police administered the field sobriety tests or find errors in the chemical BAC testing procedures or results.

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The Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg offers a no-cost consultation and case analysis for individuals who face BWI charges in Richardson. We can answer your questions and explain your options for fighting these serious charges.

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After an arrest for drunk driving in Richardson, you must attend a hearing to determine if — and for how long — the state will suspend your driver’s license. This proceeding, called the Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing, takes place separately from the criminal portion of your case. As a result of this hearing, you could lose your license — the suspension time depends on the circumstances of your arrest and whether you have any prior drunk driving-related arrests or convictions. An ALR suspended license lawyer in Richardson can help you fight to keep your license or lessen the length of your suspension.

Contact the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg today at 214-696-9253 to schedule a free consultation.

A Richardson DWI Charge Can Cost You Your Driver’s License

Simply being charged with a DWI in Richardson can lead to the suspension of your driver’s license — even if the court dismisses your case or the prosecution does not obtain a guilty verdict.

In fact, if you fail to formally request a hearing within 15 days of your arrest, you relinquish your right to challenge the suspension of your license at all.

When you first obtained your Texas driver’s license, you agreed that you would not drive while legally intoxicated. You further agreed that you would not refuse to submit to chemical testing for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) when requested by the police. If you fail or refuse a test, the state will suspend your license.

However, you do have the right to challenge your suspension. Having an ALR suspended license lawyer by your side can help you fight to keep your license, but your lawyer will also provide several other key benefits during this process.

Why You Want an ALR Suspended License Lawyer on Your Side?

When you call on the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg to assist you with the ALR process, you will benefit from the knowledge and experience of our extensive legal team and network of resources.

We will handle every aspect of the ALR process, starting with the scheduling of your hearing and confirming the date and time.

Overseen by the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS), your ALR hearing will take place at the Office of Administrative Hearings or a designated satellite location near Richardson. An Administrative Law Judge presides over the hearing and will render a decision regarding your suspension. This civil (administrative) process does not require the same standards of evidence as a criminal proceeding.

We Will Protect You Against Self-Incrimination

At the hearing, the arresting officer will give sworn testimony about the circumstances of your arrest and the prosecutor will present arguments as to why the judge should suspend your license.

You will also give testimony under oath. Both your testimony and that of the officer become of the record, which means that the prosecutor can use anything you say at this hearing against you.

When we represent you at the ALR hearing, we will ensure that you do not make any potentially harmful statements. We will argue against your license suspension, based on any potential problems we have identified with your case.

We Will Learn More About the Prosecution’s Case Against You

We will also have the opportunity to question the officer under oath. And we can use that testimony to our advantage.

The ALR hearing is our first chance to get a good look at the prosecution’s evidence and to question the officer in pursuit of any weaknesses or errors the police may have committed. This helps us craft our criminal defense strategies accordingly.

If the prosecution’s case appears weak, we may negotiate with the prosecutor to have your charges reduced or dropped. We can also use this insight to argue against license suspension or to minimize the duration of your suspension.

If the judge does elect to suspend your license, we can appeal the decision. We can also petition the court to grant you an occupational driver’s license, which will allow you to drive for specific purposes like work, school, and to handle any necessary personal errands such as going to the grocery store and medical appointments.

Understanding the ALR Process and Timeline

As soon as the police establish probable to arrest you for DWI, the ALR process begins.

The officer will advise you of your arrest and confiscate your driver’s license. The officer will then issue you Notice of Suspension and Temporary Driving Permit, TxDPS Form DIC-25. This form provides you with permission to drive until your ALR hearing.

You must submit your formal request to schedule your hearing, either in writing or using the online form provided by TxDPS.

If you fail to schedule your hearing, or if you fail to complete the hearing request form correctly, DPS will suspend your license on the 40th day after the date of your arrest.

This illustrates the importance of having our legal team handle these important tasks on your behalf, to ensure you do not lose your license due to a timing or paperwork error.

Free Case Review with an ALR Suspended License Lawyer in Richardson

Randall Isenberg has more than 35 years of experience as a criminal defense attorney, felony prosecutor, and district court judge. This experience provides unique insight that our team will put to work on your behalf.

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Drug charges, including possession, manufacturing, and delivery, carry substantial fines and the potential for jail or prison time. A drug crime conviction will also give you a permanent criminal record, which can disrupt your life for years or decades. When you have a drug crime lawyer in Richardson on your side, you will have someone to protect your legal rights and help you fight for your future. At the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, we aggressively pursue a reduction or dismissal of drug charges for our clients. We will mount the strongest possible defense and fight tirelessly on your behalf to help achieve the best possible outcome for you.

Contact us at 214-696-9253 to schedule your free consultation with our team.

A Drug Crime Conviction May Mean a Lengthy Jail Sentence

To determine whether a specific drug crime will send you to jail or prison, we look to the Texas Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The CSA establishes three categories of drug crimes:

• Possession
• Manufacturing
• Delivery

The penalties associated with each of these offenses depends on the type of illegal drug or controlled substance involved, as well as the quantity. If any aggravating circumstances accompanied the offense, the charges you face will increase in severity and penalty.

Potential charges range from a Class C misdemeanor — the least severe — to a first-degree felony, the most severe.

Upon conviction for a Class C misdemeanor, you will face a small fine ($500) but no jail time. You will, however, gain a permanent criminal record for your trouble.

For any other type of drug crime, you will face potential jail time as well as a substantial fine, as demonstrated below.

Upon conviction for a drug crime, you will also have to pay court fees and costs. The judge may give you community service, supervised probation, or require you to attend substance abuse education or addiction counseling, at your expense.

If you face felony drug crime charges, a conviction may cost you your right to vote, sit on a jury, or own a firearm.

The most impactful aspect of a drug conviction is that it will remain on your record permanently. Whenever anyone runs a background check, they will have access to this information. Employers can use this information to deny your job application, and landlords may refuse to rent to you. You may struggle to get into a good college or university and become ineligible for student loans. You may not be able to hold a professional license, such as those required to sell real estate or insurance.

How Having a Drug Crimes Lawyer in Richardson Can Help You

The only way to avoid drug crimes penalties is to fight the charges. Randy Isenberg and his team provide aggressive criminal defense for clients facing drug crime charges in Richardson.

Our firm will work tirelessly to protect your freedom and future. We will uphold your legal rights and provide the information and answers you need to make the right choices for your future.

When you enlist our help with your case, we begin by carefully analyzing the facts and evidence in your case. Often, we can identify errors or legal rights violations made by the police. This information can provide the necessary leverage for us to negotiate with the prosecutor to get your charges reduced or dismissed.

If you meet the requirements for a diversion or delayed adjudication program, we can assist you in applying and getting approved for the program, and in getting your record cleared once you complete your obligations.

Types of Drug Crimes in Richardson

When pursuing drug charges in Richardson, the prosecutor can charge you with drug possession, manufacturing, or delivery — or a combination of these. A conviction requires the prosecutor to demonstrate beyond a reasonable doubt that you knowingly or intentionally committed that crime.

Drug Possession

Drug possession, according to the statutes, means that you had an illegal drug or controlled substance on your person or in a location that you control. Having drugs in your pocket or bag constitutes actual possession, a fact that the prosecutor can more easily prove.

If the police found drugs in your home or your car, this constitutes constructive possession, which may offer a greater potential for legal challenge. If you share the area in which officers found the drugs, we can argue that the drugs belonged to another party and that you had no knowledge of their existence.

Drug Manufacturing

Drug manufacturing means that you cooked, mixed, or prepared an illegal substance. In Richardson, the police can also arrest you for having the ingredients or equipment necessary to make an illegal substance.

Drug Delivery

Drug delivery means that you sold, transferred, distributed, or gave an illegal substance to another person.

The prosecutor will determine which charges to pursue based on the type of drug or illegal substance and the quantity in question.

The statutes categorize illegal substances into penalty groups. Examples of drugs contained in each penalty group are as follows.

You can review a more detailed breakdown of the Richardson drug crimes and penalties in the Texas Controlled Substances Act.

Free Consultation with a Drug Crime Lawyer in Richardson

Attorney Randall Isenberg has spent more than 35 years in the criminal justice system, including time spent as a chief felony prosecutor and state judge. We will put this knowledge and experience to work for you.

The Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg offers a free consultation and case evaluation to help you understand your options. Contact us today at 214-696-9253 to learn more about how we can help you.

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In Texas, the criminal justice system relies on blood alcohol test results — typically either blood or breath tests — to get drunk driving convictions. Unfortunately, these tests do not always provide an accurate reflection of intoxication levels. If you face DWI charges, you may stand unfairly charged, based on a faulty blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test. To challenge a potentially inaccurate chemical BAC test, contact a breathalyzer and blood test defense lawyer in Richardson as soon as possible. A criminal defense lawyer can challenge your test results and potentially get your drunk driving charges reduced or even dismissed.

To schedule a free consultation, call us today at 214-696-9253.

How Breath & Blood Testing Results Can Affect You

In Richardson, the police and prosecutors rely almost exclusively on breath and blood testing results to get DWI convictions. Judges and jurors have faith in these tests as evidence of guilt. And, often, people accused of drunk driving agree to a plea bargain because they think this evidence automatically dooms them to a guilty verdict.

If you do plead guilty, you may avoid going to jail if you have no prior record and if your BAC did not exceed 0.149.

Jail Is Not the Only Consequence of a DWI Conviction

You will face a substantial fine as well as court fees and costs.

You might also need to attend a mandatory alcohol safety course — at your expense — and the court may require you to install a breath-activated ignition lock on your vehicle. The judge may also place you on supervised probation and compel you to perform community service.

You will lose your driver’s license for up to two years and, at the conclusion of your suspension, you must pay up to $2,000 to get your license restored and up to $2,000 per year for three years to keep it in good standing.

You will have a permanent criminal record that can interfere with getting a good job and keep you from renting an apartment. You will also likely face substantially higher car insurance premiums.

Potential Challenges to Breathalyzer & Blood Testing Evidence

Despite a commonly held perception of accuracy, breathalyzer and blood BAC tests do not always reflect an accurate level of intoxication.

A breathalyzer and blood test defense lawyer understands the potential flaws inherent in chemical BAC testing and can use this insight to mount a persuasive defense on your behalf.

At the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, our legal team understands the shortcomings of chemical BAC testing. We also know how to identify errors made by the police that could invalidate DWI testing results or make them inadmissible in court.

We can use these shortcomings or errors to negotiate with the prosecution for a reduction or dismissal. We can also file motions in court to have BAC testing evidence declared invalid. Or, if we must take your case to trial, this information can provide a powerful opportunity for us to introduce reasonable doubt of your guilt.

Potential Challenges to Determining Probable Cause

Before the police can make a traffic stop, they must establish a reasonable suspicion that you have broken the law. They cannot pull you over simply because they saw you exiting a location that serves alcohol. If officers cannot establish a reason for pulling you over, we may successfully challenge the traffic stop as illegal, potentially making any subsequent evidence inadmissible in court.

Once the police pull you over, they must establish probable cause of your intoxication before they arrest you. To accomplish this, the police typically use either a portable breath testing device or field sobriety tests. In both cases, the officer must follow the established guidelines.

For example, if the officer did not adhere to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) guidelines for field sobriety testing, we can challenge their probable cause for placing you under arrest and requiring you to submit to chemical BAC testing.

Potential Challenges to Breathalyzer Testing for DWI

Once the police arrest you, if you agree to submit to breath testing, officers will transport you to a location where a technician will conduct the tests.

The Texas Administrative Code (TAC) states that all testing technicians must have the specified training and certification to conduct breathalyzer testing. The technician must also hold a certification from the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS) and the police department must also be duly certified to perform testing at their location.

In Richardson, the police typically use the Intoxilyzer 5000 device to conduct BAC tests. They must maintain, test, and calibrate the device on an established schedule. During the testing procedure, the technician must follow a specific set of procedures, which include checking the machine and administering the test to you at least twice.

We know all this because we have two Intoxilyzer 5000s at our office. We know how they work and how often they can offer false results.

Potential Challenges to Blood Testing for DWI

The police may request that you submit to blood testing for BAC, rather than a breathalyzer test.

The Texas Transportation Code requires that blood testing must occur in a location that meets the statutory definition of sanitary, which is typically at a formal testing lab or medical facility. Problems with blood testing evidence can arise from the procedures used to take the sample, the qualifications of the individual who drew your blood, the analysis process, or the way the lab handled your sample.

Because the process of drawing blood can take more time than breath testing, we can also argue that the test results did not reflect your intoxication level at the time you drove your car.

Free Consultation with a Breathalyzer & Blood Test Lawyer in Richardson

Before you agree to enter a plea or give a statement to the police, contact a breathalyzer and blood test defense lawyer.

We have developed an in-depth knowledge of how the prosecution builds their case for a drunk driving charge and we use this insight to build the strongest possible case for your defense.

Contact us today at 214-696-9253 to schedule a consultation.

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Conviction for an illegal firearms or weapons charge can send you to jail or even prison. You will face significant fines, the potential for a permanent criminal record, and you will likely forfeit your right to own or possess a firearm again. If the prosecutor adds a weapon offense on top of another criminal charge, such as assault, it can potentially add years to your sentence.

A weapon offense lawyer in Richardson can help. With more than three decades in the Texas criminal justice system, Randall Isenberg understands how important it is to move quickly and aggressively to protect your legal rights — and your Constitutional right to bear arms.

For a free consultation, contact us today at 214-696-9253.

Richardson Weapon Offense Charges & Penalties

Despite our state’s relatively lenient gun laws, the statutes impose significant penalties for violating them. In fact, you face the potential for jail or prison time for almost all weapon offenses in Richardson — even something as seemingly minor as the accidental discharge of a gun in public.

Although the consequences you face will depend on the facts of your case, some examples and their associated penalties include the following.

If you have a criminal record, or if the prosecutor pursues multiple charges or aggravating circumstances, you could face penalties that are considerably harsher — including the potential for life in prison.

In addition to any potential monetary fines and jail time, you will also face the possibility of community supervision (supervised probation) and community service. You must also pay all court costs and fees.

Finally, a weapon offense conviction goes on your permanent criminal record. This can affect your ability to get a job, rent a house, and hold many types of professional licenses. And, upon conviction for a felony, you can lose your legal right to own or carry a gun, or even get a hunting license.

A Weapon Offense Lawyer Will Fight for Your Future

At the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, we defend clients on both the state and federal level, for unlawful carry, sale or distribution, fraudulent purchase, concealed weapon offenses, possession in a restricted area, and more.

We know how serious weapon offense charges are and how potentially frightening and confusing this experience can be. We are here to help.

We Ensure You Understand What You Are Up Against

We will ensure you understand what these charges mean for you and help you explore your options. We will protect your legal rights and put our extensive network of resources to work on your behalf. We will mount an aggressive defense and work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome in your case.

We Investigate Your Arrest and Detainment as Well as Law Enforcement’s Evidence-Gathering Process

We will scrutinize the facts to determine whether the police violated your rights or failed to maintain proper chain of custody for evidence. We will use any potential problems to dispute the validity of the charges and negotiate for reduced charges or even a dismissal.

We Use Our Experience to Help You

Randall Isenberg’s experience as a state district court judge and chief felony prosecutor provides unique insight into how the Texas criminal justice system works. We use this unique insight to anticipate the other side’s next move and stand ready to fight for your future and your freedom.

Texas Weapon Offense Charges Explained

The Texas Penal Code (TPC) details the weapon offense statutes, both for firearms and other deadly weapons. However, it is the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) that sets forth the rules governing handgun licensing.

The highlights of the statutes are as follows.

The statutes prohibit the possession, transportation, manufacturing, repair, or sale of:

• Machine guns
• Short barrel rifles (<16 inches)
• Short barrel shotguns (<18 inches)
• Silencers
• Armor-piercing ammunition
• Grenades
• Explosives and bombs
• Simulated explosives and bombs
• Chemical weapons
• Switchblade knives
• Metal “knuckles”
• Improvised (zip) guns
• Maces
• Nightsticks

The statutes prohibit you from possessing a firearm if you:

• Are under the age of 18;
• Are subject to a current restraining order;
• Have a previous conviction for domestic violence;
• Have been confined or under supervision for a felony conviction in the last five years;
• Are a member of a known street gang;
• Are otherwise legally prohibited from owning a gun; or
• Are committing a crime.

Even with a license to carry a concealed handgun, you cannot carry a weapon in the following locations.

• Airport
• School
• Court
• Prison
• Polling place (active)
• Racetrack

The prosecutor can pursue aggravated or additional charges if you have a weapon in your possession while you commit an assault, kidnapping, sexual assault, or robbery. You will also face additional penalties if you provided a firearm to a minor, a person subject to an order of protection, a person who is intoxicated, or a person who cannot legally possess a firearm, or a person you know intends to use the weapon in the commission of a crime.

Call for a Free Consultation with a Weapon Offense Lawyer in Richardson

Because a conviction on a state or federal weapon offense carries the threat of severe penalties, having a criminal defense lawyer on your side can help protect your future. This is especially true if you have prior convictions or if you face multiple charges.

Call the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg today. We offer free consultations to allow you to learn more about your options and make an informed decision for your future. If you cannot come to us, we will come to you: 214-696-9253.

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Assault, murder, and other violent crimes charges carry the very real threat of extensive jail time and significant monetary fines. Upon conviction for a violent crime, you will also have a permanent criminal record, which can interfere with your life in several ways.

However, a criminal charge does not mean a conviction is inevitable, particularly when you have a murder and assault lawyer in Richardson on your side. Attorney Randall Isenberg puts his more than 35 years of experience to work for you. As a former felony prosecutor and district court judge, Randall understands how the criminal justice system works. Our legal team can mount an aggressive defense on your behalf, to help you obtain the best possible outcome in your case.

Give us a call today to schedule a free consultation: 214-696-9253.

Potential Penalties for a Murder or Assault Conviction in Richardson

As indicated in the Texas Penal Code (TPC), you will face substantial penalties for murder, assault, and other violent crimes in Richardson.

Simple assault typically warrants a Class A misdemeanor charge, which carries the following penalties.

• Up to 12 months in jail
• Up to $4,000 in fines

If, however, the victim was a first responder, security guard, public employee, or a family court guardian, you will face a third-degree felony. You will also face third-degree felony charges if you have a previous conviction for assault and if the victim was your spouse or romantic partner, a family member (by blood or in-law), or a roommate.

For a third-degree felony conviction, you will face the following penalties.

• Up to 10 years in prison
• Up to $10,000 in fines

For aggravated assault, you could face second-degree felony charges, which carry the following penalties.

• Up to 20 years in prison
• Up to $10,000 in fines

For murder, you will face first-degree felony charges and the following penalties.

• Five to 99 years in prison
• Up to $10,000 in fines

For capital murder cases, you will face a life sentence without the potential for parole or, if the prosecutor so chooses, you may face the death penalty.

Other violent crimes, such as kidnapping, unlawful restraint, and deadly conduct, carry similar levels of charges and penalties, all of which will leave you with a permanent criminal record. You may also face supervised probation, community service, and other penalties that the court may impose.

Aggravating factors that will lead to enhanced charges and penalties include having prior criminal convictions on your record, the extent to which the victim sustained injuries, if the victim was elderly or disabled, or if you had a weapon in your possession at the time of the incident.

A Murder & Assault Lawyer Will Protect Your Legal Rights

To ensure the protection of your legal rights, call on a murder and assault lawyer in Richardson for help.

At the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, our legal team understands the seriousness of your situation and how important it is to take quick action to protect your future.

We Are There for You During Questioning

The police and prosecutor will want to question you and may push you to plead guilty to the charges. However, you should never make any statements or accept any deal without first consulting a lawyer. If you call us early enough, we can be there with you during questioning to ensure you do not say anything that might put you in hot water.

We Work to Get A Charge Reduction or Dismissal

We understand that you have grave concerns about your future, but the prosecutor must meet a very high burden of proof to obtain a conviction. This provides our legal team with many opportunities for building your defense.

If we have the opportunity to intervene before the prosecutor files charges, we may be able to prevent their filing entirely. If we are unable to get your charges dropped, we can work to have them reduced.

We have many defense strategies at our disposal, depending on the circumstances of your case, including self-defense and the defense of others. We will examine your case to develop the most appropriate legal strategy and, if necessary, mount the strongest possible defense in court.

Throughout the entire process, we will be by your side, answering your questions and helping you navigate the system.

Understanding Murder, Assault, & Violent Crimes Offenses

While these offenses all fall under the umbrella of violent crimes, they have their differences.

Assaultive Offenses

A charge for an assaultive offense alleges that you acted intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly when you caused physical harm to another person. You can also face charges if you threatened someone with physical harm or if you engaged someone in physical conflict with the intent of causing harm.

Assaultive offenses include:

• Simple assault
• Aggravated assault
• Simple and aggravated sexual assault
• Child endangerment and abandonment
• Assault on a vulnerable person (e.g., an elderly person, a disabled person, or a child)

Murder Crimes

Murder falls under “criminal homicide.” This class of offenses also includes capital murder, manslaughter, and criminally negligent homicide. Similar to assaultive offenses, the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you acted intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly when you caused the death of another person.

You can also face murder charges if someone died while you committed a felony or while you were “fleeing from the commission of a felony.”

The prosecutor will pursue capital murder charges if you allegedly killed someone for money, killed a first respond or law enforcement officer, or killed multiple people.

Contact a Murder & Assault Lawyer in Richardson ASAP

Do not attempt to face assault, murder, or other violent crime charges alone. The Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg provides aggressive criminal defense for clients in Richardson who face murder and assault charges.

We provide a free consultation, to help you make the best possible decisions for your future. If you cannot come to our office because the police have you in custody, we will come to you.

To talk with a criminal defense lawyer in Richardson, call our office today at 214-696-9253.

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