Friendswood Criminal Defense Lawyer

Arrested in Friendswood? Contact Us Today for a Confidential Consultation

At The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates, our Friendswood criminal defense attorneys are skilled, experienced, and committed to fighting for justice and the best possible outcome for our clients. Facing any type of criminal charge is stressful. You do not have to take on police or prosecutors alone. Arrested and charged with a misdemeanor or a felony? Contact us today for a fully confidential consultation with a top-tier Friendswood, TX criminal defense attorney today. 

We Defend All Types of Criminal Charges in Friendswood, Texas

The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates is a boutique criminal defense firm fighting for the rights and interests of defendants throughout Harris County and Galveston County, including right here in Friendswood. Our firm handles all types of criminal charges. Whether you are facing a serious felony or a misdemeanor, we are prepared to invest the time and resources to ensure that you are able to raise the absolute strongest defense. Along with other types of criminal charges, our Friendswood defense lawyers have experience with: 

• DWI Charges: It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while impaired in Texas. Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charges can be brought against a motorist who operates a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. For drunk driving charges, a DWI is typically determined based on the level of alcohol in the bloodstream—with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent being the limit for most drivers. We defend both drunk driving charges and drugged driving charges in Friendswood. 
• Drug Charges: Our Friendswood, TX criminal defense lawyers defend all types of drug charges. If you are facing a charge for drug possession, drug trafficking, or drug manufacturing, we are here to help. In Texas, drug charges can carry very serious felony criminal penalties. You need a top-tier attorney on your side.  
• Sex Crimes Charges: Sex crimes charges carry deep personal stigma. They are also very serious offenses. Indeed, most sex crimes charges are felony offenses in Texas. For many sex crimes cases, a conviction can carry long-term, even life-time registration on the sex offender list. The severity of penalties typically depends on the nature of the offense, the age of the victim, and prior criminal history of the offender.
• White Collar Crimes: Broadly speaking, a white collar criminal charge is a financially motivated, non-violent offense. Many white collar criminal offenses are felony cases. Some of the most common examples include fraud, bribery, insider trading, embezzlement, cybercrime, and money laundering. The perpetrators of white collar crimes are often business and government professionals, and the crimes are characterized by deceit, concealment, or violation of trust. Contact our Friendswood, TX white collar criminal defense attorney for a confidential initial consultation. 
• Misdemeanor Offenses: Misdemeanor offenses are crimes that are less severe than felonies. However, they are still serious charges. Common misdemeanors include petty theft, simple assault, public intoxication, and vandalism. These offenses can result in penalties such as fines, short jail terms, probation, community service, and participation in educational programs. Our firm handles all types of misdemeanors in Friendswood. 
• Serious Felonies: In Texas, all felonies carry the potential for at least one year in prison. They are very serious offenses. All felony charges require immediate attention. Our firm handles the full range of felony criminal charges. If you or your loved one was arrested for a felony, contact our Friendswood, TX felony defense lawyer today. 
• Juvenile Justice Cases: Juvenile justice cases involve offenders who are typically under the age of 18 at the time of the offense. However, in Texas, 17 year olds are typically charged as adults. The juvenile justice process is open to (most) young people of 16 years of age or younger who are facing criminal charges. Our Friendswood, TX juvenile defense lawyers help teenagers and their families navigate complex cases. Proceedings in juvenile court are usually not public—and most records can be sealed or expunged. 
• Probation Violations: Probation violations occur when a person fails to adhere to the terms set forth during probation, following conviction of a crime. Common violations include failing drug tests, missing probation meetings, not completing community service, or committing another crime. Consequences of violating probation can include additional probation terms, stricter conditions, and/or serving the original prison sentence. 
• Federal Crimes: In some cases, the federal government will have jurisdiction over a criminal case. For example, if criminal conduct crosses state lines—such as in a white collar fraud case that used the internet or in a multi-state drug distribution ring—defendants may be charged in federal court. Our Friendswood criminal defense lawyers take on federal charges in Southeast Texas. 
• Criminal Appeals: Criminal appeals are a process by which a convicted defendant contests their conviction or the penalties imposed by a trial court. An appeal is not a new trial but a review of the legal procedures and decisions in the original trial to ensure they met legal standards. The appellate court can affirm, reverse, or modify the lower court’s decision. 
• Expungements: An expungement allows individuals to lawfully deny or fail to acknowledge the events covered by the expunged record under most circumstances. Texas has specific, restrictive expungement laws. 

Why Trust Our Friendswood Criminal Defense Attorneys

Facing a criminal charge is extremely stressful. You probably have a ton of questions about your rights, your options, and what you need to do to raise the strongest defense. Our attorneys Tad A. Nelson and Amber R. Spurlock have the professional expertise that you can count on. We take a proactive approach to every case. Our Friendswood criminal defense lawyers will: 

• Conduct a comprehensive, confidential review of your case; 
• Investigate the criminal charges—gathering evidence; 
• Help you evaluate every possible defense strategy; and
• Take aggressive action to protect your rights, freedom, and future. 

Contact Our Friendswood Criminal Defense Lawyer Today

At The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates, our Friendswood criminal defense attorneys are always willing to go the extra mile to do right by our clients. Arrested and charged with a crime? We are here to help. Contact us today for a confidential, no obligation case review. Our firm defends criminal charges in Friendswood, Galveston County, Harris County, and communities beyond.