How much will Grossman Law Offices charge to defend my Texas criminal case?

Great Question! Unlike many other law firms who charge a flat rate for every case of a specific type, we believe in charging our clients a rate that is most fair for their specific Texas criminal case.

Think about it like this: If you were to get the oil changed in your Honda Accord would you expect to pay as much as someone getting an oil change in an 18-wheeler? Since one is more complicated and requires more resources than the other it is easy to see why there is a difference in price.

Our legal fees work the same way. We will speak with you and discuss the details of your case 24 hours per day. Once we have a good understanding of your needs we will then quote you a legal fee that is custom tailored to your case. We do this to make sure that our clients get the best possible rates for quality criminal defense representation.

In addition to our affordable rates we also have flexible payment options. If you would like a free case evaluation, call now! 1-866-436-0288

What rights do I have if I have been accused of a crime?

If you have been accused if a crime you have certain rights guaranteed to you by the United States Constitution. These rights include the right to remain silent in order to avoid self-incrimination, the right to quality legal representation, the right to reasonable bail, the right to a fair and public trial, the right to be informed of the charges against you, the right to be confronted with the witnesses against you and to gather witnesses of your own, and several additional rights.

You are innocent until proven guilty which means that you do not have to prove your innocence, rather the prosecution has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you are guilty. Do not make the mistake of trying to prove your innocence by answering questions that they may ask you. All that such participation does is make it more likely for you to slip up and admit to something that you didn't even do.

What should I do if I have been arrested?

When you are arrested there are two main objectives that should be in the forefront of your mind:

• Not saying or doing anything to hurt your case
• Getting an experienced attorney to assist you

From the moment you are first confronted by the police (and often before that) the case against you begins. Everything that you say or do will either work for you or against you. In America the above mentioned rights are guaranteed to you unless you choose to voluntarily forfeit some of those rights.

In other words, if you have the right to remain silent and the right to avoid self incrimination, you should take full advantage of those rights and not give the prosecution additional evidence.

When you are arrested you should certainly be cooperative with law enforcement officials. Provide them with information related to your identity (tell them your name, address, etc.) and do not lie to the police as this will ultimately hurt your case. However, you do not have to provide them with any information that is self incriminating. Any information that you provide them about your case will likely be used against you, and as was mentioned earlier, you have no obligation to prove your innocence; rather they have an obligation to prove your guilt. Therefore, you do not want to give them any additional evidence.

In short, be cooperative with police but do not incriminate yourself and call the experienced Texas criminal defense attorneys of Grossman Law Offices ASAP!

At what point do I need to hire an attorney?

Think about it like this: your attorney is like a football coach. He helps you make the right plays to get the best results. If you were going to the playoffs would you wait until the game started to hire a coach and develop a game plan?

Of course you wouldn't. When you wait too long to hire an attorney itʼs like playing in the most important game of your life without a proper strategy. Hiring a Texas criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible after being arrested will give you the best chance of success in your Texas criminal case.

My relative or friend was arrested. What should I do?

Your loved one will likely need an experienced Texas criminal defense lawyer. If you are helping that loved one there are a few pieces of information about them that we will need from you.

• Name
• Social Security Number
• Date of Birth
• The city where they were arrested
• The specific charges they are being held on
• The law enforcement agency that made the arrest
• What jail are they being held in?
• Has bail been set and what is the amount?

How do I get out of jail after being arrested?

If the judge has already set bail, then the bond must be paid in order to get out of jail. Paying the bond is like putting a down payment on your freedom. The bond acts as an insurance policy. If you fail to agree to your end of the bargain (not appearing for court for example) the bond is revoked and an arrest warrant is issued. In some cases bail may be denied altogether. Such cases would be where the judge feels the accused possesses a high risk for fleeing or in most types of murder cases.

Why should I hire an attorney?

The founding fathers of America felt the need for a criminal defense attorney to be so great that they make special mention of it in the constitution. Criminal defense cases are highly technical and it is very uncommon that good results can be achieved without an experienced Texas criminal defense attorney in your corner.

Many judges will not even consider a plea bargain from the accused without an attorney representing them.

What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?

Generally speaking, criminal offenses are categorized by severity as either a misdemeanor or a felony. Often times the offense can be the same but the severity of the offense may determine whether it is perceived as a misdemeanor or a felony. (for example, being arrested in possession of a small quantity of a controlled substance vs. a large quantity).

Misdemeanors are generally punishable by one year or less in jail while felonies are generally punishable by more than one year in jail or state or federal prison.

What type of punishment will I receive for my crime?

The type of punishment you may receive is based on numerous factors including the discretion of the judge, the specifics of the crime, the discretion of the jury, federal mandatory sentencing guidelines, etc. With so many different elements of the equation there are many angles that a good Texas criminal defense attorney can work for you, thus making it all the more important to hire an experienced Texas criminal defense attorney.