Unfortunately, if you are facing a criminal charge in Colleyville, the low crime rate can make things much more difficult for you. Why? Because when an arrest does happen in Colleyville, people notice, which means your reputation is on the line. Even worse, law enforcement officials, politicians, and local businesses all have a vested interest in keeping the crime rate low so that people continue to visit.

This means that they will not hesitate to make an example out of someone to show how tough on crime they are and deter others from engaging in similar acts. In his years of helping people in and around Colleyville deal with their criminal charges, Jeff Hampton and his team of 4 Former Prosecutors has seen this play out over and over.

If you want the best chance at getting a positive outcome in your case, it is vital that you work with a knowledgeable Texas defense attorney. If you choose to work with Jeff Hampton and his team of 4 Former Prosecutors, they will mount a smart, aggressive defense designed to get your charges reduced, dropped, or dismissed.

What It Takes to Be a Great Criminal Defense Lawyer in Colleyville

Why do so many people charged in Colleyville choose The Hampton Law Firm and their team of criminal lawyers to defend them against their criminal charges?

The Hampton Law Firm will fight for your rights. The Constitutional rights granted to an accused individual are designed to provide a powerful protection against the potentially oppressive power of the state. As a result, making the decision to effectively assert those rights early and often can mean the difference between going home to your family or a prolonged stay behind bars.

One of the most important legal rights you have under our Constitution is your right to legal representation. Deciding whether to hire a criminal attorney and who that criminal attorney should be is the most important decision you will make in your criminal defense. Many people believe that either a lawyer will not be able to help them or that the charges are not serious enough to warrant an attorney but attempting to go it alone in Colleyville is a huge mistake.

The jails and prisons in Texas are filled with people who thought they could talk their way out of criminal charges. However, despite what the police may tell you when they take you into custody, they are not interested in “your side of the story” or “getting to the bottom of things.”

Unfortunately, you will never get a chance to tell your side of the story because the detective and police department are trained to focus on gathering evidence that can be used to prove you committed a criminal offense. Do you gain an advantage if you talk to a detective and try to prove your innocence? NO! You run the risk that the police officer will use innocent statement you make and twist them to appear you admitted to something that may establish probable cause for your arrest.

When you discover that you are the subject of a law enforcement investigation or you have been taken into custody, you should assert your right not to participate in any interrogation and request that your Colleyville criminal defense attorney be present for any questioning.

The Criminal Defense Attorneys at The Hampton Law Firm are not afraid of going to trial if necessary. While Mr. Hampton’s goal is always to find a way to get your charges dropped, dismissed, or reduced before the trial begins, he will not hesitate to fight it out in front of a judge or jury if he believes it will earn you a better outcome.

That is not always the case with other Texas defense attorneys. Some do everything they can to avoid trial because they simply are not very experienced in or comfortable with the process, but with Jeff Hampton you do not need to worry about that.

He has received wide recognition and acclaim. The National Trial Lawyers has named him to their lists of the Top 40 Under 40 and Top 100 Trial Lawyers for 2014 – 2017. He has received Avvo’s highest score – 10/10 – and been named a Top Attorney DUI & DWI. He is Lead Counsel rated. He has also been listed as a Top Attorney by Fort Worth City Magazine for 2016 – 2017.

These are big, national organizations in the legal field with highly selective criteria, which should give you a sense of how the legal community feels about Jeff Hampton’s work. Which should not be a surprise, because Mr. Hampton is a lawyer who gets results. In the end, that is what really matters.

Colleyville Criminal Charges That The Hampton Law Firm Can Help You Fight

It is important that your Colleyville criminal attorney have experience dealing with all types of criminal cases because each criminal charge poses unique challenges and knowledge. For example, negotiating a DWI case involves knowledge and experience different from a domestic violence or theft case. Each criminal charge has unique challenges.

Thankfully, Mr. Hampton and his team of 4 Former Prosecutors have experience handling a wide range of criminal offenses in Texas, including:

• 24/7 Bail Bonds
• Aggravated Assault Crimes
• Assault
• Burglary
• Child Endangerment
• Criminal Mischief
• Criminal Trespass
• Deadly Conduct
• Domestic Violence
• Driving with a Suspended License
• Drug Crimes
• Drug Manufacturing
• Drug Possession
• Drug Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver
• DWI
• DWI ALR Hearing
• Evading Arrest Charges
• Expunction / Non-Disclosure of Criminal Records
• Failure to Identify
• Failure to Stop and Render Aid
• False Report to a Peace Officer
• Felony Crimes
• Felony DWI
• Forgery
• Harassment
• Identity Theft
• Indecent Exposure
• Injury to a Child
• Interference with Emergency Telephone Call
• Interference with Public Duties
• Juvenile Crimes
• Misdemeanor
• Murder / Manslaughter
• Obstruction of a Highway Charges
• Occupational Driver’s License
• Probation Violation
• Prostitution Charges
• Public Intoxication
• Public Lewdness
• Racing on a Highway Charge
• Resisting Arrest
• Retaliation Charges
• Robbery
• Sexual Assault
• Shoplifting
• Stalking Charges
• Tampering with a Government Record
• Theft by Check
• Theft Crimes
• Theft of Service
• Types of DWI Breath Tests
• Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
• Violation of Protective Orders
• Weapons Possession

Do not worry if your charge is not listed here. We may still be able to help. To find out for sure, simply reach out to our office and go over the details of your case.

Consequences Associated with Getting Charged In Colleyville

While Colleyville may be a relatively small town, law enforcement officers and prosecutors in our city and throughout Tarrant County take misdemeanor and felony offenses seriously.  If you are charged with a misdemeanor criminal offense in Colleyville or the surrounding areas of Texas, you may face exposure to up to a year of incarceration in county jail and a maximum fine up to $4,000.  A felony conviction can result in very serious penalties, which may include life imprisonment without the possibility of parole or even death if you are charged with a capital crime like first-degree murder.

Other court-imposed punishments for a Colleyville criminal conviction include:

• Damage to your Family Relationships: If you are charged with spousal abuse or some other form of domestic violence, you may be subject to a restraining order that keeps you away from your home, spouse and even your kids.
• Impaired Right to Live and Travel: Some felony offenses, such as a conviction for a sex offense, may result in restrictions on where you can live, work and travel.  Prospective landlords may discover your criminal conviction when running a criminal record check and refuse to rent to you.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, you may also be subject to deportation from the country with a permanent bar on your ability to come back to the U.S.  There are other immigration-related consequences that may also impact you if you are not a citizen of the United States.

• Limitations on Education and Career: A criminal conviction can be an albatross around your neck that is easily discovered by prospective employers who increasingly are conducting background checks before they make hiring decisions.

Depending on the type of criminal offense charged, a conviction can also result in you being disqualified from obtaining entry into certain professions or occupations, including but not limited to law enforcement, the practice of law, teaching, real estate sales/broker, insurance sales, securities trader, and many others.

Many students also experience barriers when seeking higher education, such as limitations on student loans and admission.  College students may even be disciplined under their university’s honor code.

Get in Touch with Our Office to Start Battling Your Colleyville Charges Now

If you are facing exposure to felony or misdemeanor charges, you should seek immediate legal representation to minimize the impact of these charges on your future.

Colleyville criminal defense lawyer Jeff Hampton is relentless in his defense of his clients. Whether the facts of your case make pursuit of dismissal or an acquittal the best option or make it more appropriate to pursue a favorable reduction in charges, Mr. Hampton will work diligently to safeguard your future.

Contact us today by calling 817-826-9885 or emailing jeffhampton@thehamptonlawfirm.com. Start fighting for you.