Dallas Murder Defense Lawyers

The intentional or negligent killing of another human being is one of the most serious offenses in Texas or any jurisdiction.  The punishment imposed by the state in homicide cases can range from a prison sentence of five years to 99 years.  In certain types of homicide cases, the death penalty or life in prison could be imposed.  Because the stakes are high, you need a defense attorney with a proven record of defending individuals accused of murder and other violent crimes. 

The Texas criminal defense lawyers at Modjarrad & Abusaad Law Firm have successfully defended clients against capital murder and other violent crimes, including—

• Murder, first through third degree, including capital cases
• Attempted murder
• Involuntary manslaughter
• Criminally negligent homicide

If you or someone you know is currently under investigation or has been arrested on suspicion of murder, there is no time to waste. Consulting a criminal defense attorney is one of the first things you should do to. You are currently at risk of facing life felony or capital felony charges, and a conviction for these may result in up to life imprisonment, life in prison without the possibility of parole, or the death penalty in some extreme cases. You can be guaranteed that the District Attorney will do everything possible to secure a conviction against you with the highest penalties. You will need an aggressive lawyer to counteract these efforts and protect your constitutional rights every single step of the way.  These types of cases typically require forensic experts and scientific exhibits, such as private autopsies, blood spatter analysis, and ballistic tests.  Experience weighs heavy in managing these complex cases.

What you need to know if you are accused of a capital murder in Texas

Texas has executed more individuals than any other death penalty state since the reinstatement of capital punishment in 1976.  However, a murder conviction does not necessarily result in the death penalty.  As outlined in the Texas Penal Code §19.03, the criteria for capital murder includes—

• Killing a police officer or fireman in the course of their duties
• Intentionally killing a person during a burglary, robbery, kidnapping, or aggravated sexual assault
• Murder for hire
• Killing a child under the age of six

When your life is on the line, you owe yourself the best defense

If you are convicted of a capital crime in Texas, the likelihood of your being executed is high.  You can avoid this consequence only when there are mitigating circumstances or your defense can prove that you are not a future danger to society.  It is very important to hire a criminal defense lawyer who has experience handling death penalty cases, such as the attorneys of the Modjarrad & Abusaad Law Firm.

Call the lawyers on your side

Our experience, skill, and passion to protect your legal rights synergize to produce a powerful defense.  Call us today at 972-789-1664 or contact us online.