Felony Lawyers in Dallas TX

Former Prosecutors with 150+ Years’ Collective Experience

If you have been arrested for a serious offense and are looking for a Dallas felony lawyer, you have come to the right place. Lawyers at the independent law firm of Fitzpatrick Jacks Smith & Uhl have more than 150 years of combined years of experience representing all types of offenses, including felonies. We have seen the way local courts, judges, and prosecutors operate and know the harsh penalties that can await felony convictions. Having a lawyer on your side can help ensure you have an aggressive defense of your case.

Levels of Felonies in Texas

In the State of Texas, not all felonies are the same. There are different levels of felonies you can be charged with depending on the exact offense. The consequences of being convicted of a felony will depend on the severity or felony level with which you were charged.

If you are convicted of a felony, you could face consequences that range anywhere from six months in jail to execution. Because the law takes these laws seriously, having legal assistance on your side to protect your rights and future is vital.

The different felony levels and their maximum penalties are as follows:

• State Jail Felony: 180 days to 2 years in jail; $10,000 fine
• Third-degree Felony: 2-10 years in prison; $10,000 fine
• Second-degree Felony: 2-20 years in prison; $10,000 fine
• First Degree Felony: 5-99 years or life in prison; $10,000 fine
• Capital Felony: Maximum penalty of execution

Examples of common felonies in Texas include:

• Certain drug crimes (felony levels range dramatically based on type of drug, quantity, and other factors)
• Theft (felony level depends on monetary value of items stolen)
• Carjacking (state jail felony)
• Arson (first or second degree felony)
• Rape (aggravated assault, for example, is a second degree felony)
• Murder (capital felony)
• Manslaughter (second degree felony)
• Kidnapping (third degree felony)
• Sexual assault (aggravated sexual assault, for example, is a first degree felony)

Contact an Experienced Attorney at Fitzpatrick Jacks Smith & Uhl

You may be panicking if you have been arrested on felony charges, especially if law enforcement has threatened you with the possibility of the consequences. Fortunately, we know the most effective ways to handle felony cases, including how to investigate them, how to build a case against the prosecution, and how to build your defense. If you are looking for knowledgeable and aggressive felony lawyers in Dallas TX, we can help.