Arlington, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer

Aggressive Attorney Representing Clients in Arlington Criminal Cases

At times, the law can be unforgiving. If you have been arrested on criminal charges in Texas, you need strong legal representation to effectively protect your rights. An Arlington criminal defense attorney can provide you with advocacy and counsel as you address allegations of misdemeanor or felony offenses, working towards the best possible outcome for you.

When your freedoms are on the line, our criminal defense lawyer at The Dameron Law Firm can represent your best interests. Attorney Craig Dameron has over 20 years of experience representing clients accused of criminal offenses across Tarrant County and the Dallas-Fort Worth Area. He will work with you to determine the best strategy for your defense, and he will fight to have your charges reduced or dismissed.

Driving While Intoxicated

A drunk driving charge can have serious implications for your future, with the threat of jail time, fines, and the loss of your driving privileges. If you have been detained for driving while intoxicated (DWI), you should exercise your right to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.

The stakes of a DWI conviction are high, even on a first offense. A first conviction of DWI in Texas has a harsh three-day minimum in jail, up to a maximum of 180 days—and that is assuming there were no aggravating factors. If you struck somebody else in your vehicle while intoxicated, you could face felony charges.

Once you have been convicted of DWI in Texas, it remains on your criminal record permanently, with no possibility of expungement. At The Dameron Law Firm, our criminal defense attorney will fight to protect your future against these harsh penalties.

Drug Offenses

Drug crimes in Texas are not taken lightly. Even something as simple as marijuana possession can still be punished by up to six months in jail. With harder drugs, the punishments quickly escalate.

At The Dameron Law Firm, our attorney can defend you against simple possession and other related drug offenses such as possession with intent to distribute or drug trafficking. Possession with intent to distribute is a felony charge, and law enforcement may look for evidence like dime bags, scales, or packaging material to build a case against you. When drug trafficking crosses state lines or national borders, the federal government is likely to get involved, resulting in much more serious prosecution and the potential for harsher penalties.

We will look at whether you had any knowledge of the drugs that were allegedly in your possession and whether the evidence against you was seized in violation of your Constitutional rights. Our goal is to help you achieve the best possible outcome to your case, which may include having charges dismissed or participating in diversion programs that will allow you to receive treatment for drug addiction instead of being sentenced to prison.

Weapons Offenses

Texas honors the rights of its citizens to bear arms. However, violations involving guns and firearms are strictly prosecuted. Your right to possess a firearm could be revoked if you were convicted of a felony or currently have an order of protection against you, and if you are caught with an unlawful firearm, you could face prison time.

Moreover, certain criminal offenses are treated much more gravely when a deadly weapon is involved. A misdemeanor assault charge can jump up to felony aggravated assault if you are accused of threatening another person with a gun. Our criminal defense lawyer can look for mitigating circumstances, minimizing the impact of a conviction on your personal life and career.

Meet With an Arlington, Texas Criminal Defense Attorney

A criminal record can be incredibly damaging to your reputation, impacting your employment opportunities and your relationships with friends and family. At The Dameron Law Firm, we know how important the outcome of a criminal case can be. We will aggressively advocate for your rights, developing strategies for your defense based on clear legal precedents.

Above all else, we want to help you move on with your life and protect your future. To schedule a free consultation, call our offices at 817-222-0624 today or contact us online.