San Antonio Felony Defense Lawyers
Defending You against Texas Felony Charges
Being charged with a felony offense is a life-changing matter. You may be dealing with possible state jail or prison time, the loss of your social standing, potential job loss, financial concerns, and anxiety about how all of this will affect your family relationships as well as the rest of your life. Such a situation can be incredibly stressful.
It is important to remember that your legal right to an attorney can make a huge impact on your situation. That is why it is so important to turn to a law firm that has demonstrated its competence in the field of criminal defense. You will want a firm you can trust to act in your best interests, that truly cares about providing you with the highest quality of legal help, who will listen to you and fight aggressively on your behalf. At Smith & Vinson Law Firm, our San Antonio felony defense attorneys are known for all of the above. We listen to what our clients have to say and seek the truth to build a strong case on your behalf.
Contact our legal team at (210) 960-9557 today for a free consultation.
Texas Felony Offenses
Felony crimes are those offenses considered to be the most serious by the court system. They carry the heaviest penalties and the worst social stigma. Prosecutors are generally very aggressive in seeking a conviction for a felony. Because of this, it is crucial that you mount an equally aggressive defense. You will need a team that will fight hard for a favorable case resolution using all of its skills and legal savvy. With a former prosecutor on board at Smith & Vinson Law Firm, you can rely on us.
Felonies are divided into five classifications in Texas:
- A state jail felony carries penalties of up to 180 days to two years in a state jail and/or a fine of up to $10,000
- A third-degree felony carries penalties of up to two to 10 years in a state prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000
- A second-degree felony carries penalties of up to two to 20 years in a state prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000
- A first-degree felony carries penalties of up to five to 99 years in a state prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000
- A capital felony is punishable by a life sentence in prison or the death penalty
Common felony charges include aggravated or sexual assault, family violence, DWI, drug offenses, robbery, evading arrest, various types of theft, and weapon charges.
Aggressive San Antonio Felony Defense Lawyers
Our attorneys are trial-tested litigators who know how to fight back with effective and hard-hitting legal defenses. We never do a half-hearted job when it comes to protecting our clients’ legal rights and exhausting all avenues for an effective defense. If you are under investigation or have been charged with any type of felony in the Greater San Antonio Area, we can help. Take advantage of our free consultation to find out what Smith & Vinson Law Firm can do for you.
Contact our office today by calling (210) 960-9557.
Our Clients Are Our Biggest Endorsers
Hear What They Have to Say
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Attorney Brad Vinson was informative, professional yet sympathetic with his approach to my case. Mr. Vinson was open to opinion and ensured that all legal avenues were considered and addressed before presenting a course of action.- Michael
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Having no background in law and finding myself in a situation that left me feeling extremely vulnerable, I felt quickly at ease in their care. They were very reasonable with my situation and helped work around my needs by providing me with the most support- Andrew
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They handled my case incredibly well and warned me on the possible negative outcomes, overall completely satisfied me through the whole process.- Elmer Marqueiz
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Very professional, on time and educates you along the whole process. I had a lot to lose and you guys gave it all back to me and finally represented what true Justice is here in America.- Manuel R.
A Proven Track Record
Check Out Our Recent Case Results
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Case Dismissed Aggravated Robbery
Our client was accused of robbing another person at gunpoint for some sneakers along with a co-defendant and getaway driver. We investigated the evidence and discovered that it was the co-defendant who arranged for the purchase of the sneakers, and that surveillance video disproved the State’s theory that a gun was brandished or that our client knew what was going on.
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Cases Dismissed Trafficking of a Person and Aggravated Promotion of Prostitution
Our client was accused of running a prostitution ring out of a massage parlor and trafficking an unwilling participant as part of the operation. The alleged victim had never been instructed to perform any sexual favors and accused our client after she felt she was owed extra wages.
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Charges Avoided Assault
Client had been celebrating his birthday and tried to prevent some of his guest from driving while intoxicated. While attempting to arrange an alternative ride for a relative, the relative’s girlfriend decided she wasn’t having it and decided to start an altercation with a few other guest. Later she accused our client of having assaulted her and sending her to the hospital.
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Dismissed Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Our client, a retired Marine, was out with some friends one night when he got into a fight at a gas station. He allegedly pulled out a knife and left the scene. Moments later, law enforcement pulled him over. He was charged with misdemeanor DWI, felony Assault with a Deadly Weapon, and two counts of felony Terroristic Threat.
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No Charges Filed Sexual Assault Investigation
Our client was a UT student who was accused of sexual assault. He came to our firm extremely scared about his future both with the university and within the criminal justice system. With our firm's help, he was able to show that his accuser was not credible. Smith and Vinson put together a defense that law enforcement recognized as credible evidence of his innocence and not to file charges which changed the course of our client's life.