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The most serious crimes with which one can be charged are categorized under felony law and can carry the
stiffest punishments, including the death penalty. Whether or not a specific crime is a felony depends upon the state in
which is it committed and tried. Although most people who hear about a felony crime tend to think of murder, rape,
kidnapping, etc., in some states, felony behaviors include consensual sodomy, possession of obscene materials,
vandalism, possession of drugs (in large quantities) and DWI.
After the felony conviction, most cases are handled a little differently than misdemeanor charge;
defendants are less likely to be eligible for bail, since felony crimes are often more dangerous to society and the
potential punishment for a felony conviction may provide sufficient motivation to make the defendant a flight risk.
The amount of preparation by legal teams handling a felony case is usually more extensive for both the
prosecution and the defense. This makes it especially important for persons facing felony charges to immediately retain
the best attorney available, because the state will generally commit itself to fully prosecuting felony cases.
(Media attention is also usually much greater and more intense when there are felony charges involved, creating added
pressure for the prosecution to obtain a conviction.)
People convicted of a felony have the right to appeal their cases, and in more than one instance, a
felony conviction has been overturned after the felony conviction. The potential penalties for the commission of a
felony are daunting: imprisonment for a considerable length of time including life in prison and in some felony cases,
the death penalty. Even after parole ends, many people with a past felony conviction continue to suffer the consequences:
difficulty finding a job, social stigmatization, complications in future legal proceedings as a result of a felony in
their criminal history, etc.
Many states have legislation that restricts or prohibits the voting rights of anyone convicted of a
felony. While voting rights in some states are restored after the completion of a sentence, certain states permanently
disenfranchise anyone convicted of a felony, even after the sentence has been served. The consequences of a felony
conviction are serious and far-reaching. Contact us today.
Benefits of Choosing The Gilbert G. Garcia Law Firm
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You will be represented by a lawyer with over 32
years of experience |
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Committed to effective criminal defense and post-conviction work |
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Personalized payments plans available and all major credit cards accepted |
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If you lose your job while your case is pending, you owe nothing more! |
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Fastest possible results |
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We serve ALL of Texas |
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We will write letters to potential employers explaining your case – At no additional charge! |
The Gilbert G. Garcia Law Firm is the Right Choice!
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32 years of Legal Experience |
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Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Criminal Law for 20 years |
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Protect your Rights and make sure you are treated Fairly |
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Serving the citizens of Texas from the same location since 1983
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Free initial consultations and reasonable fees. Personal
payment plans available and most major credit cards accepted. Many
issues are able to be handled via e-mail, phone calls and fax and after
hours and weekend appointments are available upon request to meet the
needs of each client.
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