Houston Misdemeanor Defense Attorneys
Harris County Misdemeanor Lawyers
The
criminal defense lawyers at James Sullivan and Associates have more
than 55 years of experience successfully defending people in the Greater
Houston area and throughout the state of Texas against misdemeanor and
felony charges.
Choosing
a criminal defense lawyer to defend you may be the most important
decision you will make in your case. Whether you have been charged with a
crime or are under investigation by law enforcement, your rights, your
freedom and your future are at risk. It is critical to have the counsel
of an experienced Harris county criminal defense attorney as early as
possible.
James Sullivan graduated from Baylor University in 1990 with a degree in Journalism, the ideal degree for investigating, discovering and telling winning stories in court. In 1993, Sullivan graduated from South Texas College of Law, which is nationally recognized as the top law school for trial advocacy.
James Sullivan later graduated from Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College in Wyoming. Founded in 1994, it is the most selective and prestigious trial advocacy program in America. The methods taught at TLC are not taught anywhere else. The 1,150 graduates form an extremely unique community of the most accomplished trial lawyers in the United States. Sullivan has a proven record of defending people from all
walks of life, faiths and countries in courts throughout Texas.To discuss your case with an experienced Houston Criminal Defense Attorney, call James Sullivan and Associates for a free confidential consultation at (281) 546-6428.
Houston Misdemeanor Defense Attorneys – Fighting To Protect Your Rights, Future and Freedom
In Texas, there are three levels of misdemeanors: Class A, Class B and Class C.
- Class A misdemeanors are punishable by up to one year in jail and/or a $4,000 fine.
- Class B misdemeanors are punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine.
- Class C misdemeanors are punishable by a maximum $500 fine.
Harris
County Criminal Defense Attorneys James Sullivan and Associates have
successfully defended people in state courts on misdemeanor charges,
including:
- Assault and Assault Family Violence
- DWI (Driving While Intoxicated)
- Criminal Mischief
- Criminal Trespass
- Evading Detention or Arrest
- Theft, Shoplifting, Hot Check or Employee Theft
- Possession of Marijuana or a Dangerous Drug
- Public Lewdness, Indecent Exposure or Prostitution
- Burglary of a Motor Vehicle
- Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
Misdemeanor Criminal Record
Whether you are charged as an adult or as a juvenile, a conviction for a misdemeanor can deny you employment and can impact you for life. Houston Misdemeanor Defense Attorneys James Sullivan and Associates are experienced in defending those accused of misdemeanors and felonies.
Because a conviction results in a criminal record, a misdemeanor charge must be taken seriously. Unless the charge is expunged or non-disclosed (sealed), a misdemeanor will show up on a background check. Once you are convicted, it will stay on your record forever.
Being
convicted or accused of a misdemeanor can have devastating
consequences. Hiring an experienced Houston Misdemeanor Defense Attorney
can make the difference between being found guilty or not guilty.
A
misdemeanor case that is dismissed, reduced to a Class C deferred
adjudication or results in a not guilty verdict may be eligible for an expunction. A Class A or Class B misdemeanor case with a successful
completion of a deferred adjudication may be eligible for non-disclosure
(sealing) of criminal history.
Contact an Experienced Houston Misdemeanor Defense Attorney
James Sullivan and Associates use their extensive trial experience and knowledge of the law to defend their clients. If you are facing a misdemeanor charge and need an experienced Houston Criminal Trial Lawyer, they can help.
James Sullivan & Associates | Houston Texas Criminal Lawyers
Contact James Sullivan and Associates for a free consultation at (281) 546-6428 about your criminal charges in Harris County (Houston), Fort Bend County (Richmond), or Waller County (Hempstead). James Sullivan is an experienced Conroe Texas criminal defense lawyer who will work hard to get you the best result for your particular situation.
To
discuss your case in confidence with an experienced Houston Criminal
Defense Attorney, call for a confidential free consultation at (281)
546-6428.
Our Houston criminal lawyers defend clients charged with crimes in district courts and county criminal courts, including domestic violence (assault of a family member), drug possession or drug delivery, violent crimes, and juvenile delinquency.
