Misdemeanors

Houston, TX Felony and Misdemeanor Criminal Defense Attorney

Even though misdemeanor offenses are considered “less serious” offenses than felonies, persons charged with misdemeanors sure think the charges are serious, and some individuals convicted of misdemeanors can face up to a year in the county jail as well as fines up to $4000.

At the Law Offices of Thomas A. Martin, we offer full-service criminal defense services from an experienced and knowledgeable attorney. Contact our offices today for understanding, accessible and professional legal representation.

After a free consultation, we can begin to work closely with you to design the best legal strategy to meet your needs at a reasonable fee. Just because it may be a “less serious” offense doesn’t mean that we treat it that way.

‘Less Serious Crimes’
Criminal offenses are divided into two categories, misdemeanors and felonies, based both on the harm they cause and the seriousness of the punishment imposed. Misdemeanors are crimes that aren’t as serious as many felony crimes such as murder, kidnapping, and sexual assault. Instead, misdemeanors are considered “lesser offenses,” and the punishment a person may face if convicted is significantly less burdensome than in the case of felonies.

In Texas, misdemeanors are classified as Class A, B, and C, and range from misdemeanor drug possession and DWI first offenses to criminal trespass and misdemeanor assault. Individuals convicted of misdemeanor offenses can be fined up to $4,000 and sentenced to serve up to a year of jail.

Like most other areas of law, misdemeanor offenses can be complex and complicated charges to cope with without the help of a criminal defense attorney. The help of a knowledgeable lawyer can increase your chances of receiving a fair decision.

Contact an Experienced Southeastern Texas Law Firm

At the Law Offices of Thomas A. Martin, our criminal defense practice treats each and every client with the respect and concern they deserve. Whether you have been charged with a simple criminal trespass or a serious felony, we want to help you with understanding, competent, and aggressive representation tailored to your needs.

Contact us today for a free initial consultation. We are proud to serve individuals in Houston, Texas and the surrounding areas of Harris, Montgomery, Liberty, Chambers, Jefferson, Galveston, Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Waller counties.

The Law Offices of Thomas A. Martin represents clients throughout Southeast Texas, including the cities of Houston, Galveston, Memorial, River Oaks, West University, Clear Lake, League City, Sugar Land, Pearland, Beaumont, Hempstead, Katy, Conroe, and all the communities in Brazoria County, Chambers County, Fort Bend County, Galveston County, Harris County, Jefferson County, Liberty County, Montgomery County, and Waller County.