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Fighting Back Against Violent Crime Charges
If you have been criminally accused of violence toward another person, you may have a lot of people assuming that you are guilty and making life difficult. Prosecutors and police may be aggressive and threatening. You need a violent crimes lawyer in your corner.
At the Law Offices of Raul A. Guajardo in McAllen, Texas, we provide effective and attentive representation to people accused of violent crimes. Contact us or call (866) 687-9672 to schedule a free initial consultation with hard-working criminal defense lawyer Raul A. Guajardo.
Defending Clients Against a Many Different Charges
Under Texas law, there are a variety of different types of violent crime, and each one involves specific legal standards and specific ranges of consequences if you are convicted. Among the most common violent criminal charges are:
- Assault and aggravated assault
- Battery and aggravated battery
- Domestic assault and battery
- Robbery and aggravated robbery
- Homicide
The terminology for violent crimes can be confusing. Assault is a threat of imminent physical harm, and it is considered a violent crime even if no actual physical attack takes place. Many violent crime charges can be considered "aggravated" if deadly weapons are used or other circumstances make them more serious.
Attorney Raul A. Guajardo fully understands the Texas criminal laws involving violent crimes and will vigorously defend your rights. He will always give your case the personal attention it deserves and put in the work that needs to be done.
Fighting for Your Rights in Domestic Violence Hearings
If you have been charged with domestic violence — any sort of violent crime, including assault, against a family member — you could be facing not only criminal charges, but also an order of protection, also known as a restraining order. This special legal procedure can prevent you from entering your own home or seeing your children, so it should be taken very seriously.
Protective order hearings involve tight deadlines. If you have had a temporary protective order served on you, contact us or call (866) 687-9672 to make sure you are adequately represented at the hearing.
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Standing Up for People Accused of Stealing
If you have been accused of stealing money or property, you may be faced with aggressive prosecutors as well as people who have an interest in pressing charges with those prosecutors. Depending on the amount of money involved and other factors, you may even find yourself in federal court.
At the Law Offices of Raul A. Guajardo in McAllen, Texas, we want to make sure you have a strong advocate on your side. We give personal attention to every criminal defense case, understanding how important your rights and freedoms are to you. Contact us or call (866) 687-9672 to schedule a free initial consultation about your theft or other property-related charges.
Understanding the Specific Charges Against You
There are a number of Texas and federal criminal charges that can involve some sort of theft of money or property. Among the most common charges our clients face are the following:
- Theft
- Burglary
- Robbery
- Aggravated robbery
- Fraud
- Embezzlement
Each of these charges revolves around a specific type of activity, and depending on exactly what you are accused of doing, you could find yourself charged with more than one crime. Stealing from a car, stealing from a broken-into building or stealing from a person on the street are very different circumstances for prosecutors.
Certain accusations are particularly serious. If you are accused of stealing from someone by making physical threats or showing a deadly weapon, you could be charged with robbery or aggravated robbery, which are considered violent crimes.
The Experience You Need on Your Side
Criminal defense attorney Raul A. Guajardo is experienced at helping clients fight theft and other property-related charges. As a former Texas prosecutor, he knows how the other side thinks and what sorts of strategies they are likely to follow. He has experience in federal court, so he is prepared to help you with a federal financial or property charge.
If you have been accused of any sort of theft or property crime, don't hesitate to call (866) 687-9672 or contact us at the Law Offices of Raul A. Guajardo to get a hard-working criminal defense lawyer on your side.
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Defending You Against Federal Criminal Charges
If you have been charged with a crime by a federal prosecutor or grand jury, you are about to be drawn into a criminal justice system that is unfamiliar even to many criminal defense lawyers. You may even be facing two sets of charges: one in federal courts and another in Texas state courts.
At the Law Offices of Raul A. Guajardo, we are fully prepared to defend clients against both state and federal charges. Contact us or call (866) 687-9672 to schedule a free initial consultation with attorney Raul A. Guajardo at our offices in McAllen.
Understanding Federal vs. State Charges
Federal criminal law covers many of the same areas as Texas criminal law and some other unique areas. Among the most common criminal accusations made by federal prosecutors in the Texas federal courts are the following:
Although these are some particularly prominent federal crimes, many other types of criminal accusations can lead to federal charges. Use of the mail or Internet in an alleged crime, for example, can trigger federal charges.
Experience in the Federal Criminal System
Federal criminal justice procedures are very different from the Texas state court system. Mounting an effective criminal defense can be more challenging in federal court. Also, there is less room for judges to modify sentences from the federal guidelines, which makes it important to try to avoid conviction on charges that carry harsh mandatory sentences.
Criminal defense lawyer Raul A. Guajardo has spent a good deal of time in federal court and understands the federal system. He is admitted to practice before the federal district court for the Southern District of Texas and is eligible for admission in all other federal courts. If you have been charged with a federal crime, don't hesitate to contact us to get a skilled attorney working on your case.
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Hidalgo County, Texas, DWI Defense Lawyer
If you have been arrested for and charged with DWI or a similar offense, you are far from alone. There are thousands of DWI arrests throughout Texas every month. Penalties and costs can be severe, including jail time, large fines and the loss of your driver's license for a long period. A conviction can limit your options for employment and education as well.
Too many people go to court without an attorney, never truly understanding their drunk driving defense options or giving themselves a chance for a reasonable outcome. Whatever the circumstances of your arrest, your best option for fighting against conviction or minimizing the consequences of a DWI is to contact a knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer.
Put a Thorough, Aggressive Attorney on Your Side
McAllen, Texas, attorney Raul A. Guajardo is an aggressive drunk driving defense attorney. While we will not mislead you or offer false hope, our law office will look at every aspect of your case for opportunities to win a dismissal, acquittal at trial, or a negotiated plea to lesser charges. Even for multiple offenders and defendants who plead guilty, we are often successful in minimizing consequences.
Raul Guajardo is the type of lawyer you want on your side if you believe the police or other authorities were unfair during your arrest. As a former prosecutor, he knows how to find strengths and weaknesses in the case against you. We have been successful in showing problems with the prosecution's case in areas such as:
- Reasons given for the traffic stop, such as a false claim of a defective taillight
- Inaccurate police reports and testimony about a DWI defendant's condition or behavior
- Reliability of the Breathalyzer and other testing equipment, legality of testing procedures, and validity of field sobriety tests
- Conflicting or questionable video evidence
Do Not Give Up. Call (956) 587-0547 or (866) 687-9672 Now
At the Law Offices of Raul A. Guajardo, we take great pride in fighting for the rights of all our clients. We will work to discover the best option in your specific case, no matter what the charges are against you. We handle drunk driving defense for juveniles, first-time and multiple offenders, and people charged with other felonies or misdemeanors. Contact us today or call (866) 687-9672 to discuss legal options in your case.
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