Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping Attorney

Are You Looking for the Best Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping Attorney?

If you’re looking for the best Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping attorney, then Paul Saputo and Nick Toufexis want to represent you. Our distinguished senior defense lawyers, Paul Saputo and Nick Toufexis, expertly bring the firm’s full resources to bear in Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping cases.

All of the Saputo Toufexis | Criminal Defense attorneys have dedicated their careers to defending clients in criminal courts. We maintain an unwavering dedication to delivering expert representation, and we represent clients who expect this highest level of legal representation.

We’re not just Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping lawyers. We are warriors fighting unjust and corrupt government prosecutions with a history of success and a reputation for tenacity, courage and legal ingenuity.

In addition to our notable high-profile victories, our history of success also includes inconspicuous representation of numerous high-profile clients. Indeed, many of our biggest wins involved disposing of these cases quietly and out of the sight of the public. Our representation is not limited to the courtroom. As Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping attorneys, we manage every facet of our clients’ cases.

Our experienced team works tirelessly to build a strong defense and protect our clients’ rights. We can provide you with an effective defense strategy for your Dallas Smuggling of Persons case. Call us or book an appointment online today.

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Choosing The Right Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping Lawyer Can Make A Huge Difference In Your Case Result

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How do I get an Aggravated Kidnapping charge dropped in Dallas, Texas?

In order to get an Aggravated Kidnapping charge dropped in Dallas, you must convince the state that they cannot prove at least one of the elements of the offense as it is defined in Penal Code §20.04. Our lawyers are experts in the Texas law regarding Aggravated Kidnapping, and we leverage our legal knowledge to mount successful defenses to government prosecutions.

Thoroughly understanding both the Aggravated Kidnapping statute and related case law contributes to effectively defending you in court. As part of our practice, we publish and regularly update a statutory resource guide covering all Texas Penal Code crimes. We analyze the Aggravated Kidnapping statute in detail on the Aggravated Kidnapping offense page. We also maintain our expertise by keeping up with the latest case law affecting Aggravated Kidnapping cases in Dallas.

What is the “agg kidnapping bi/sexual abuse” meaning?

If you are reading charging documents or a court record provided by a clerk, you may have seen a reference to “agg kidnapping bi/sexual abuse” and wondered what it means. Fortunately, we have the answer.

In order to understand what “agg kidnapping bi/sexual abuse” means, you first have to understand the Aggravated Kidnapping statute. To convict you of this offense, the state has to prove that you abducted another person under one of the additional circumstances listed in the statute. Simply “abducting” another person is the premises of the Kidnapping law itself. So, in order to make the offense “Aggravated” Kidnapping, the state has to prove the additional circumstances.

The Aggravated Kidnapping statute provides a list of these circumstances, and subsection (4) is the one that applies to the esoteric: “agg kidnapping bi/sexual abuse” language.

(a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly abducts another person with the intent to: … (4) inflict bodily injury on him or violate or abuse him sexually;

“BI” refers to bodily injury, and “sexual abuse” is a referense to the second part of this set of circumstances. So, if the state is trying to prove the aggravating circumstances of subsection (a)(4), it’s referenced as “agg kidnapping bi/sexual abuse.”

Law Enforcement Agencies in Dallas that Make Aggravated Kidnapping Arrests

Peace officers with the Texas Department of Public Safety, constable offices, and municipal police departments can make arrests for violations of Aggravated Kidnapping in Dallas. Law enforcement agencies in Dallas that most typically make Aggravated Kidnapping arrests include:

• The Dallas County Sheriff’s Department handles Aggravated Kidnapping cases throughout Dallas County.
• Dallas Police Department serves as the primary municipal police department within Dallas County and plays a significant role in Aggravated Kidnapping enforcement.
• Irving Police Department also contributes to investigating Aggravated Kidnapping cases within its jurisdiction in Dallas County.
• Mesquite Police Department serves the community of Mesquite within Dallas County and may handle Aggravated Kidnapping cases within its jurisdiction.
• Grand Prairie Police Department is responsible for law enforcement within Grand Prairie and contributes to investigating Aggravated Kidnapping cases within its jurisdiction.

How do I win an Aggravated Kidnapping case in Dallas?

To beat an Aggravated Kidnapping charge in Dallas, Texas, you must use due process to confront all witnesses and challenge all evidence, which includes disputing reasonable suspicion, probable cause, and all forensic evidence. Winning requires a fight.

Even if you believe you cannot beat the case, as your Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping attorney, we will look for every avenue to help you. If you want to plead guilty, we must still fight to protect your rights. We want to ensure that the case does not ruin your life. Sometimes the defense strategy requires us to get the best possible result short of a not guilty verdict.

Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping Attorney Case Defense Strategy

In order to form a winning Aggravated Kidnapping case defense strategy, we must thoroughly investigate the case. This includes gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and examining the prosecution’s evidence for weaknesses or inconsistencies. Accordingly, the preparation often starts even before the case begins. As soon as the police initiate an investigation or make an arrest, we can start our own investigation. If you want to win your case, then you should work to obtain exculpatory evidence. The state has police and investigators of their own working for them to gather evidence to support their case. As your Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping attorney, we can’t afford to let their evidence stand uncontroverted.

Our clients take advantage of our law firm’s comprehensive investigative resources. Our dedicated team comprising paralegals, investigators, and forensic experts, collaborates with our attorneys to lay the groundwork that fortifies our cases with their extensive investigative expertise.

How much does a lawyer charge for an Aggravated Kidnapping case in Dallas, Texas?

Attorney’s fees will vary. However, you can expect to pay from $25,000 to $80,000 on average for Aggravated Kidnapping cases in Dallas. Some Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping lawyers may charge much more depending on the complexity of the Dallas case. But be wary of lawyers who charge surprisingly low fees.

When consulting with a lawyer, remember to ask whether any any hourly fees apply. Additionally, most lawyers charge extra fees for trial, travel and expenses.

What You Should Do if You Are Falsely Accused of Aggravated Kidnapping in Dallas

Even when falsely accused of Aggravated Kidnapping, it’s crucial to treat the charge with the utmost seriousness. You might hope the state would dismiss the charges due to your innocence. But without skilled legal representation, the case may proceed to trial, where a jury will ultimately make the decision.

If the Dallas District Attorney has charged you with Aggravated Kidnapping, or if you are under investigation for the offense by the police, then you should book an appointment or call us as soon as possible to speak with one of our Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping attorneys.

How can you modify your Dallas bond conditions after an Aggravated Kidnapping arrest?

In Texas, judges wield considerable authority in establishing bail and bond conditions. However, there are instances where judges may impose excessively stringent conditions and unreasonably high bail amounts. If you want to change these bond conditions, start by consulting with your Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping attorney.

Your attorney will file either a motion or a writ of habeas corpus requesting a modification of your bond conditions. The motion or writ outlines the specific changes you are seeking and the reasons for the requested modification.

The judge will ultimately decide whether to approve the requested modifications. They will consider factors such as the nature of the charges, your criminal history, the risk to public safety, and other relevant circumstances. Keep in mind that the judge will base the decision on a careful evaluation of the facts and circumstances of your case.

What happens at a Dallas arraignment?

At your arraignment, a Dallas judge will hear your plea of not guilty. In Dallas, you may not have an attorney at your initial arraignment. However, the court will not hear a guilty plea prior to your being represented by counsel. In addition, the court may also set bail and bond conditions if you have not already received them.

If the police have arrested you for Aggravated Kidnapping, then Texas Code of Criminal Procedure §17.40 requires Dallas judges to “impose any reasonable condition of bond related to the safety of a victim of the alleged offense or to the safety of the community” to secure your attendance at trial. If the state alleges that you violated those bond conditions, then the Dallas Sheriff’s Office can immediately return you to custody. Accordingly, judges have very broad power in determining bail conditions and bond amounts.

What is the most common sentence for Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping charge in Dallas?

The Texas Penal code outlines the range of punishment for all Aggravated Kidnapping convictions across the state. The Penal Code classifies the punishment for Aggravated Kidnapping as a first degree felony, unless teh defendant proves he voluntarily released the victim in a safe place.

However, the actual punishment you receive will vary significantly based on a number of circumstances, including your prior criminal history and the circumstances of the offense. With this in mind, you can learn about the penalties that apply to all Texas convictions for Aggravated Kidnapping here. Otherwise, to learn more about what kind of punishment is typical in Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping cases, call us to schedule a consultation or book online.

Furthermore, all good Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping attorneys will also advise you on the collateral consequences of a Aggravated Kidnapping conviction. Collateral consequences are penalties derived from convictions that are not necessarily part of the penal code punishment.

What is Abduction?

Abduction refers to the act of restraining an individual with the intention of preventing their freedom by threatening to use deadly force, holding them in a location where they are not likely to be found, or both.

About Saputo Toufexis | Criminal Defense

If you want to hire us as your Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping lawyers, then you should probably get to know us!

The Saputo Toufexis | Criminal Defense Lawyers

Paul Saputo and Nicholas Toufexis are partners at Saputo Toufexis | Criminal Defense PLLC and lead the entire trial team at the firm.

Mr. Saputo has practiced throughout Texas in more than fifty Texas state and federal courts and developed groundbreaking innovations in defense strategies and tactics. After graduating from the elite Duke University School of Law, a nationally recognized top-ten law school, Mr. Saputo started his career at Vinson & Elkins. More about Paul Saputo…

Mr. Toufexis is a veteran of the United States Navy and a graduate of SMU Dedman School of Law. He has dedicated his entire legal career to criminal defense, and has been with the firm since law school. Recently named a partner, Nick has achieved exceptional results in and out of court for years. More about Nick…

Awards

Numerous organizations have awarded Mr. Saputo recognition for his outstanding criminal defense work, for example:

• Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent™ Rating
• Recognized by Super Lawyers®
• Consistently recognized by D Magazine in “Best Lawyers” for Criminal Defense
• Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for 2024 under the Criminal Defense: White Collar practice area.

Paul Saputo was voted one of the Three Best Rated Criminal Defense Lawyers in Dallas

More Awards & Recognition…

Nicholas Toufexis has likewise received many distinctions as well.

• Recognized by Super Lawyers®
• Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for 2024 under the Criminal Defense: DWI/DUI practice area.

Victories

The Dallas Aggravated Kidnapping attorneys at Saputo Toufexis | Criminal Defense PLLC have obtained hundreds of victories in complex criminal litigation across Texas. Our victories include Not Guilty verdicts by jury acquittals, directed verdicts of Not Guilty, as well as both conditional and unconditional dismissals.

For descriptions and some details about example victories, visit our page on Notable Victories.

Reviews

One example review from a real client:

Nick Toufexis is an AMAZING lawyer! I am so thankful for all of his help throughout this entire process. I was having a lot of problems with my situation, and he helped me navigate my case from beginning to end. His representation was exactly what I needed, and he got the job done! Nick, thank you again for all of your help. Couldn’t have done it without you!

– Real client review posted on the Saputo Toufexis | Criminal Defense PLLC Google Profile.

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