Richmond, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer

Richmond, TX Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal charges can follow you through your entire life, no matter how minor the crime was. However, being charged with a serious crime does not exempt you from receiving strong legal representation. If you have been charged with a crime, a Richmond, TX criminal defense lawyer from Segura & Kiatta can discuss the unique circumstances of your case with you and develop a defense that gives you the opportunity for lesser penalties and even dismissal of your charge.

Aggressive Advocacy and Renowned Criminal Defense

Our team at Segura & Kiatta, Criminal Defense has over twenty years of experience in law. We know the intricacies of the Texas court systems and can offer thorough explanations about complex legal processes. Our investigations are scrutinous, and we exhaust our resources to make sure we deliver an effective, powerful defense, as well as a greater possibility for your success.

What Kind of Criminal Cases Do We Handle in Richmond, TX?

We handle a wide variety of criminal cases across Richmond, TX. Some of the most common criminal cases we have represented in court include:

• Theft and Robbery – We have represented auto theft, shoplifting, burglary, and aggravated robbery.
• DWI – We defend cases of driving while impaired (DWI) as first, second, third offenses and beyond, whether or not this resulted in harm to another person. Contact our skilled Richmond DWI lawyers today.
• Drug Crimes – Drug crimes that we have handled include possession of drugs or drug paraphernalia, possession with intent to sell, manufacturing, and trafficking.
• Sex Srimes – We have represented serious sex crimes in court, such as continuous sexual abuse, assault, prostitution, online solicitation, child pornography, and improper relationships between a student and an educator.
• Violent Crimes – These crimes can include assault and battery, arson, homicide, manslaughter, domestic violence, sexual battery, and more.
• White Collar Crimes – We represent white collar crimes like bribery, embezzlement, forgery, insider trading, money laundering, tax evasion, and more.

If you have committed a crime but are unsure if it is a case that Segura & Kiatta, Criminal Defense will handle, we can look at the facts of your case and discuss which options you should pursue through a consultation.

How We Defend Criminal Cases

We understand that every criminal case requires individualized attention. We create strong defenses based on the specific facts of every case we take. We collect evidence by physical and digital means. We can gather surveillance from businesses that are close to the scene of the crime to establish a strong case.

We can also collect testimonies from witnesses to build well-rounded defenses that can minimize the legal consequences of a criminal charge or, in some cases, have your case dismissed.

What Happens If My Defense Isn’t Successful?

Penalties for criminal cases can be extraordinarily high, although it is difficult to estimate without knowing the specific facts of your case. Criminal defense encompasses some of the most violent crimes, warranting penalties of up to life imprisonment and death. However, even lesser crimes whose convictions warrant milder sentences can carry lifelong consequences.

If your criminal defense is unsuccessful, you may be eligible to file a petition for an appeal. Appeals often have goals different from those of the initial criminal case. The deadline to submit an appeal is thirty days from the initial ruling, so it is ideal to discuss this option with your attorney as soon as possible.

Sealing Your Criminal Record in Texas

If your past criminal record is interfering with your ability to move forward in life, we may be able to have your criminal record sealed through expunction. Expunction of a criminal record can happen in different ways depending on what you have been accused of and if you have been officially pardoned by a judge.

Expunctions can be granted to people who have been pardoned by a judge after a trial has already ended or by a governor after a judge’s conviction.

Richmond, TX Criminal Defense FAQs

Q: How Do You Prove Criminal Attempts in Richmond, TX?

A: To prove a criminal attempt in Richmond, TX, the prosecution must prove that a defendant had intent to commit a crime, even though the attempt was not successful or did not achieve the desired results. Criminal attempts are considered as attempts because the offender fails to deliver the intended effect of the crime. Attempts are typically penalized as one category lower than the crime the defendant intended to commit.

Q: Which Crimes Are Easier to Prove Intent?

A: Crimes of general intent are typically easier to prove than crimes of specific intent. General intent requires that the prosecution prove a defendant only intended to commit an act and not that the defendant intended to cause a specific result. Proving general intent instead of specific intent (or vice versa) doesn’t normally make a significant difference in sentencing.

Q: How Do Investigators Determine Criminal Intent?

A: Investigators can determine criminal intent through all or some of the following methods:

• Collecting evidence through physical and digital means
• Conducting interviews with witnesses and gathering testimonies
• Third-party surveillance, such as that from private investigators and security cameras from businesses near the crime scene, can be used to provide more information about the circumstances of the crime.

Q: What Must Be Proven to Have Criminal Intent?

A: To prove criminal intent, a prosecutor must supply evidence that the person charged with the crime had the foreknowledge, determination, and resolve to commit the crime. One example of charges where criminal intent cannot be proven is manslaughter, where one person kills another person without having any forethought to the violent act. A murder charge might be reduced to manslaughter if the prosecution cannot prove intent.

Reach Out to Segura & Kiatta, Criminal Defense for Strong Legal Representation

If you have been charged with a crime, you need a Richmond, TX criminal defense lawyer to represent you in court. The team at Segura & Kiatta, Criminal Defense is prepared to offer comprehensive legal counsel, aggressive advocacy in court, and extensive guidance through complex court proceedings to help you achieve a favorable outcome for your case.

Contact our team of skilled criminal defense attorneys today to schedule a consultation and discuss the facts of your case.