HOUSTON FELONY DEFENSE ATTORNEY

Felony crimes are the most serious criminal offenses. If you have been arrested or charged with a felony in Texas, it is crucial that you contact an aggressive and knowledgeable defense attorney as soon as possible. The sooner you act, the sooner you can move on from this serious matter.

At the Law Office of Nicholas R. Westbrook, I pledge to protect your rights and skillfully guide you through this stressful time. To fight your felony charge, please contact my office at (713) 936-2174. You may also contact me through email or the Free Case Evaluation. I would be happy to meet with you, explain your rights, and discuss an effective defense for your case.

WHAT IS A FELONY CRIME?

All criminal offenses are classified as either a felony offense or a misdemeanor offense. Of the two, felony crimes are much more serious offenses, usually resulting in severe legal penalties that may include life in prison. Unlike misdemeanors, felonies are broken down into several degrees as follows: (1) State Jail felonies; (2) Third-Degree felonies; (3) Second-Degree felonies; (4) First-Degree felonies; and (4) Capital felonies.

If you have been arrested for an alleged felony, or know someone in this life-altering situation, it is in your best interest to retain a Houston criminal defense attorney who can properly defend you. The Law Office of Nicholas R. Westbrook has the resources, talent and determination to defend you against these charges. Based on my experience, I generall focus on the following felonies:

• Crimes Against Public Servants
• Intoxication Assault
• Burglary of a Habitation
• Burglary of a Building
• Felony Theft
• Evading Arrest in a Motor Vehicle
• Felon in Possession of a Weapon
• Fraud
• Forgery / Altering Goverment Record
• Felony Drug Possession

PUNISHMENT RANGE FOR FELONIES IN TEXAS –

Common penalties for a felony crime include probation, excessive fines, community service, state jail or prison time, restitution, counseling or treatment, and a serious mark on your permanent criminal record. Texas provides the following range of punishment for felony offenses:

State Jail Felony – If you are convicted of a State Jail felony, the punishment range is from 180 days to 2 years in a state jail facility and a fine up to $10,000. Unlike county jail and prison, you will not receive any credit for time served in a state jail facility, meaning you will serve day for day. To avoid this enhanced punishment, it is in your best interest to contact Nicholas R. Westbrook, a Houston felony defense lawyer, immediately. I will help you avoid state jail time and obtain a successful resolution to your criminal matter.

Third-Degree Felony – If you are convicted of a Third-Degree felony, the punishment range increases from two (2) to ten (10) years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.

Second-Degree Felony – If you are convicted of a Second-Degree felony, you will face an enhanced punishment from two (2) to twenty (20) years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.

First-Degree Felony – If you are convicted of a First-Degree felony, the punishment is more severe, including a term in prison from 5 to 99 years and a fine up to $10,000. The term may also include confinement in prison for life.

Capital Felony – Capital felonies are the most heinous of all crimes, including capital murder and aggravated sexual assault with enhancing facts. A conviction for one of these crimes will either be life in prison or death.

CONTACT CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER NICHOLAS R. WESTBROOK –

If you have been accused of a felony offense, you need to speak with an attorney as soon as possible. I offer a free consultation to examine your case and determine all available optoins going forward. I will fully investigate the charges against you, collect the necessary evidence, and establish an effective defense. Above all, I will commit myself to aggressively defending you from start to finish.

To schedule an appointment, please contact the Law Office of Nicholas R. Westbrook at (713) 936-2174. You may also contact me directly through email or the Free Case Evaluation. I will draw upon all of my knowledge and experience to obtain the best result for you or your loved one. I look forward to representing you during this difficult time.