Misdemeanor
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Experienced Misdemeanor Attorney
Dallas Misdemeanor Attorney
When you stand accused of a crime, your liberty and freedom are at stake. To protect yourself, you need to retain an experienced Dallas misdemeanor attorney who has experience with these cases.
About Misdemeanor Cases in Dallas
A misdemeanor is a lesser crime punishable by a fine and/or county jail time for up to one year. Misdemeanors are distinguished from felonies which can be punished by a state prison term. They are tried in the lowest local court such as municipal, police or justice courts.
There are different approaches to handling a misdemeanor: plea bargaining and going to trial. Depending on the facts of the case, the evidence collected, and any previous criminal record, Bret can help you make the right decision on how to proceed.
Class A Misdemeanors
- Up to one year in the county jail and/or a fine not to exceed $4000.
- Up to two years of community supervision or three years with an extension
Examples:
- Assault with bodily injury
- Bail jumping of misdemeanor offense
- Burglary of coin operated machine
- Burglary of a vehicle
- Cruelty to animals
- DWI (2nd offense)
- Escape from misdemeanor custody
- Evading arrest on foot
- Interference with 911 call
- Obscenity
- Perjury
- Possession of two to four ounces of marijuana
- Promoting gambling
- Public lewdness
- Resisting arrest
- Stealing check
- Unlawfully carrying a weapon
- Violation of protective order
Class B Misdemeanors
- Up to 180 days in the county jail and/or fine not to exceed $2000
- Up to two years of community supervision or three years with an extension
Examples:
- Criminal Trespass
- DWI
- False report to police officer
- Fraudulent degree
- Harassment
- Indecent exposure
- Possession of 2 ounces or less of marijuana
- Prostitution
- Riot
- Silent Calls to 911
- Terroristic threat
Class C Misdemeanors
Fine not to exceed $500
Examples:
- Assault by threat
- Disorderly conduct
- Gambling
- Issuance of bad check
- Leaving child in a vehicle
- Minor in possession of alcohol
- Possession of alcoholic beverage in motor vehicle
- Public intoxication
- Use of Laser pointers
Why Should I Hire a Misdemeanor Attorney in Dallas?
When you have been accused of a crime, it may be tempting to accept representation from a public defender or choose the cheapest criminal defense attorney in the area. However, criminal defense is a highly focused area of law that is often fraught with hidden hazards for even the most seasoned attorney who does not practice in this area regularly.
Because the stakes in these cases are so high, you need an attorney who can thoroughly evaluate the criminal charges against you and both identify and take advantage of the flaws and weaknesses in the State’s evidence.
My Approach
I have years of experience defending clients who have been accused of all types of crimes in Dallas, and I know how to analyze the evidence carefully. Although there may be some things that are true in the allegations against you, I approach the case with the perspective that all allegations are false, and I dissect the State’s evidence from that standpoint. My method for criminal defense is: assume nothing, miss nothing. It works out well for my clients.
I can handle virtually any criminal defense case, including:
Murder
Manufacturing & Sale Of Drugs
Sexual Assault
Misdemeanors
Aggravated Assault
If you are facing criminal charges in Dallas, you need a defense attorney like me on your side. Please contact the Law Office of Bret W. Schmidt, PC today to learn more or to make an appointment with an experienced criminal defense attorney in Dallas.
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When you stand accused of a crime, your liberty and freedom are at stake. To protect yourself, you need to retain a Dallas criminal defense attorney who has experience with these cases. Bret Schmidt has that experience, and he is ready to help.
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900 Jackson Street Suite 635
Dallas, TX 75202
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