Criminal Defense Lawyer Paul Saputo & Associates
Governor Greg Abbott reportedly did not want to make the 85th Legislature about criminal law reform, but the legislature made some major changes anyway. The 85th Texas Legislature created a variety of new criminal offenses and made important changes to other criminal law topic areas as well. Whether you are …
In Texas, Assault Charges can be classified as Class C misdemeanors all the way up to First Degree Felonies. For Class C misdemeanor assault, citations are issued and defendants are required to return to court to answer the complaint. CLASS C ASSAULT ATTORNEY FAQs What is the Class C Assault …
The definition of “Intoxication” under Texas law is critically important in the field of DWI Defense. Many DWI defense strategies hinge on whether a defendant was “intoxicated” under the law. While the definition provided in Texas law is clear, the meaning of the definition is unfortunately complicated. Essentially, the law …
Whether you plead guilty, no contest or a jury finds you guilty, the consequences for a DWI conviction can be staggering. Even if you have nothing else on your criminal record and this is your first DWI, you are facing costs as much as $50,000 or more. I have outlined …
In Texas, criminal offenses are grouped into different categories, with each group having different minimum and maximum punishments. More severe crimes carry greater maximum and minimum punishments. When someone is convicted, the judge must look to the range of punishment prescribed for the particular crime for which the person was …
How can a lawyer defend you against a criminal charge of Assault? Texas law defines Assault broadly, and it can be anything from a threat of harm to something that causes serious bodily harm. Learn more about Assault law in Texas If you have been charged with Assault, you need …
When can the police arrest you for a traffic violation? In Texas you can be arrested for almost any traffic violation— even minor traffic violations that are not punishable by jail time. Texas law gives police wide discretion in making arrests for traffic violations, and the United States Supreme Court …
DWI Process – Stage 1: The DWI Arrest The first stage of the DWI process begins with an investigation by a police officer or some other DWI law enforcement official. This investigation includes an observation of driving behaviors before the officer pulls a suspect over, roadside questioning, the administration of …
DWI Process – Stage 2: The Court Case The second stage of the DWI process begins after the DWI Arrest. Two different processes are going on after you are arrested: 1) the Department of Public Safety (“DPS”) attempts to revoke your license pursuant to the ALR process and 2) the …
DWI Process – Stage 3: After the DWI Case Every DWI case will eventually result in either a dismissal, acquittal or conviction. Only a judge can dismiss a case. This usually happens when the prosecutor agrees to no longer pursue any charges. If the case goes to trial, the finder …