If you’ve been arrested, it’s important to hire a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. I’m Justin Wilson from My Dallas Criminal Lawyer, a criminal defense firm based in Frisco, Texas. Before starting the firm, I served as a prosecutor in the Collin County District Attorney’s Office. In this video series, we’re breaking down complex legal topics in 60 seconds or less.
Don’t Wait Until Your Case Gets Filed
When it comes to hiring a criminal lawyer, you don’t want to wait until your case gets filed. A defense attorney can help you immediately.
DWI Cases: Protect Your License
With DWI cases, your attorney can request an administrative hearing and potentially keep your license from being suspended.
Domestic Violence Arrests: Get Back Home
Domestic violence arrests can trigger court orders that force you away from your family. A defense attorney can help you get back home.
Felonies: Fight the Indictment
With felonies, a criminal lawyer can submit a grand jury packet in an effort to prevent your case from getting indicted.
Don’t Delay
If you’ve been arrested, don’t delay. From our Frisco office we defend cases across Collin, Denton, and Dallas Counties. Call My Dallas Criminal Lawyer at (214) 764-5535 to book your consultation today.
Related: Requesting an ALR hearing, Modifying an emergency protective order, The felony case process
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I hire a criminal defense attorney?
As soon as possible after arrest. Don’t wait until your case is formally filed; a defense attorney can start helping immediately.
What can a lawyer do right after a DWI arrest?
Request the administrative (ALR) hearing and potentially keep your driver’s license from being suspended. There are strict deadlines.
Can a lawyer help before a felony indictment?
Yes. A criminal lawyer can submit a grand jury packet in an effort to prevent the case from being indicted.
Can a lawyer help me get back home after a domestic violence arrest?
Yes. These arrests can trigger emergency protective orders that keep you away from your family, and an attorney can move to modify them.