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(972) 992-7382 (972) 992-7382When you are facing allegations that you killed someone, you need to act swiftly and decisively. Every decision you make now could mean the difference between a conviction or acquittal. Reaching out to a knowledgeable and experienced Allen murder lawyer as soon as possible can give you the best chance of reaching a satisfactory outcome and protecting your rights.
Our dedicated legal team will do the best for you, no matter what it takes. Our skilled attorneys will investigate the facts of your case and work with you to create the most successful criminal defense.
There are several different types of homicide charges under state law in Texas.
Murder occurs when someone intentionally causes the death of another, or the death occurs during another felony. Most murder charges are first-degree felonies, and convicted offenders can face from 5 years in prison to a life sentence.
The most serious type of homicide charge is capital murder. A person could face capital murder charges if they kill more than one person, the victim is a child, they cause a death while in prison, the victim is a police officer, firefighter, or court employee, or a death occurs during the commission of a felony crime. A conviction on capital murder charges could involve the death penalty, or a sentence of life without parole.
Manslaughter charges can follow when a person causes a death as a result of reckless actions.
When a death happens because someone created unnecessary risks they should have known about, they could face criminally negligent homicide charges.
A dedicated murder attorney in Allen can work tirelessly to achieve the best outcome for the circumstances you are facing. Sometimes, a dismissal of the charges or an acquittal is possible. In other cases, a reduction of the charges or a reduced sentence is the best outcome.
A legal representative can explore various strategies, each of them have their own strengths and weaknesses. Not all of these fit in every murder defense.
Skillful attorneys can create reasonable doubt in jurors’ minds about who committed the murder by attacking a photo or lineup identification. Sometimes, they can get the judge to throw out or suppress an identification, for instance when the police coerced or intimidated the witness or staged the lineup.
Criminal defense attorneys can also present an alibi defense by calling a witness to testify the defendant was elsewhere when the murder occurred. Even without an alibi, our legal team might be able to examine the scientific and trace evidence to prove someone else might have been at the scene to create reasonable doubt in the mind of the jury or judge.
Sometimes, the issue is not whether the defendant killed the victim but whether the act was in self-defense. An experienced attorney could help gather and present evidence proving the defendant thought they were in danger of losing their own life when they committed the act. The strategy of self-defense can result in an acquittal.
Although insanity defenses are rare and require certain findings, evaluations, and evidence, a legal representative can argue the defendant was not criminally responsible for the murder because they met the definition of insanity at the time. A diligent legal team could show the defendant had a severe mental disease and did not understand their conduct was wrong.
A trusted lawyer in Allen could review the facts, search for the weaknesses in the prosecution’s murder case, and examine all possible options.
A diligent Allen murder lawyer has the experience and skills necessary to perform an extensive, independent investigation of the evidence. We understand the complexities involved in such high-stakes cases. We know how to review detailed forensic evidence and look for inconsistencies. Our team will work closely with expert witnesses who can closely examine the evidence. We know which questions to ask on direct and cross-examinations. Finally, we know how to present all of this evidence to a judge or jury for the best possible outcome in your case.
When you are facing murder charges, you need to work with a law firm you can trust. Our attorneys are not afraid of trial. Whether the case is big or small, we are ready to fight for you. Reach out now to discuss your case.