There are times when a plea deal is not good enough. You need a lawyer capable of achieving an acquittal if trial becomes necessary in a serious case. Often, a lesser charge can be negotiated, avoiding trial. But, especially if capital murder charges are pressed, you need a lawyer with the credentials and experience of Terry W. Yates.
Texas has various criminal charges when a death has occurred. The most serious is murder, where a defendant is accused of intentionally killing another person. Here you face the possibility of a sentence of life in jail, or the death penalty.
Other incidents of homicide involve sudden anger, or accident, or even justified killing. Manslaughter can be unintentional or the result of sudden passion. Vehicular manslaughter is unintentionally killing someone while recklessly driving an automobile. A large percentage of homicides are argument-related, gang-related, or related to the commission of another serious crime.
We understand the urgency of beginning an investigation for you, fighting the charges, and getting the best possible result for you. The prosecution has the burden of proving their case, and there are good defenses. Self defense is one, and refuting that the killing was intentional is another. Beware of sabotaging your own case by discussing the matter with anyone, especially police.
To discuss your rights and your legal options for fighting charges, please call a Houston criminal defense attorney at the law office of Terry W. Yates & Associates toll free at 877-520-7612. There is no charge for the initial confidential consultation with one of our accomplished federal criminal defense trial attorneys.
Terry W. Yates & Associates 6750 West Loop South, Suite 845 Bellaire, TX 77401 Tel: 877-520-7612 / 713-861-3100 Fax: 713-621-0000 Bellaire Law Office