Misdemeanor Cases

Dallas Misdemeanor Defense Lawyer

Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

 

Misdemeanors in Texas are classified as a A, B, and C. You can be arrested and jailed for Class C misdemeanors but the range of punishment is a fine not to exceed $500. If you are in jail, the each day can be used to credit towards your fine. Class B misdemeanors are punishable by a fine not to exceed $2000 and up to 180 days in the county jail. Class A misdemeanors are punishable by a fine not to exceed $4000 and up to 1 year in the county jail.

 

Many arrested for misdemeanors have not been in trouble before go through the "denial game." They say, "I don't need a lawyer. This is all going to go away. It is just a misdemeanor. I'll just show up for court and they'll drop it." This is a risky move because if you have gone to jail, 99.9% of the time it is not going away, and the time period immediately after arrest is essential.