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Criminal Defense

A Charge Today. A Record Forever.

From the moment you’re arrested, the State of Texas is already building its case. In Harris County and across the state, we work to protect your record, your job, your family, and your freedom.

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What Criminal Defense Means

Understand Your Criminal Case

Criminal defense is the work of protecting someone accused of breaking the law, from a traffic stop that turned into something more, all the way to felony charges where everything you’ve built is on the line.

When the State of Texas brings a charge, it brings the full weight of police and prosecutors behind it. A defense attorney stands between you and that system: challenging the evidence, holding prosecutors to their burden, and making sure your rights are protected at every step, from the first hearing through trial, sentencing, and appeal.

01

Your Record

An arrest or charge can follow you long after the case ends. Background checks, job applications, housing, and licensing opportunities may all be affected.

02

Your Freedom

Criminal charges can put your liberty at risk. Even a misdemeanor may carry jail time, probation, fines, court costs, or conditions that disrupt your life.

03

Your Future

A conviction can reach beyond the courtroom. It may affect immigration status, employment, custody matters, professional licenses, and future opportunities.

Cases We Take On

No charge is too complicated, none is too small to build a real defense around.

DWI

First offense, repeat, intoxication assault, DWI with child passenger. We challenge the stop, the field test, the breath and the blood draw.

Drug Crimes

Possession, distribution, manufacturing, trafficking, and prescription fraud. The evidence comes from searches; those searches can be challenged.

Assault & Violent Crime

Aggravated assault, assault causing bodily injury, robbery, murder. We examine every statement, every injury, every witness.

Theft & Property Crimes

Shoplifting, burglary, fraud, identity theft, embezzlement. Big charges can shrink when the evidence doesn’t match.

Domestic Violence

Family violence, protective orders, assault family member. Real impact on custody, housing, and jobs.

Weapons Charges

Unlawful carry, felon in possession, weapons in prohibited places. Cases where the stop and the search often decide the outcome.

Federal Court

Cases prosecuted in federal court, including drug, fraud, and white-collar charges. The federal system has its own rules, timelines, and sentencing guidelines, and it calls for a different kind of preparation.

Expunctions & Nondisclosures

Clear your past. Seal nondisclosures. Good defense ends with a record that doesn’t follow you the rest of your life.

Our Approach

How VLF Handles Your Criminal Case

Every case gets the same careful attention, from the first meeting to the final result.

01

Reviewing the facts.

A strong defense starts with understanding the details. Every case is carefully reviewed to identify the facts, examine the evidence, and understand the circumstances surrounding the charges.

Attorney reviewing a crime report and case evidence at his desk
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Planning the defense.

The strategy for your case depends on the evidence, the law, and your goals. Every decision is made with a clear plan in mind.

Attorney signing legal documents while planning a defense
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Preparing for trial.

Every case is prepared as if it will go before a jury. That means examining the evidence thoroughly, developing the defense, and being ready to present the case in court. That preparation shapes every stage of the case, from negotiations to the day of trial.

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Keeping you prepared.

Knowing what to expect can make a difficult situation more manageable. You will receive updates, honest guidance, and clear explanations throughout your case.

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Call Us Immediately If…

What To Do Today

Do This

  • Stay silent. “I want a lawyer.” That’s the full sentence.
  • Save any photos, videos, or messages related to what happened.
  • Keep every piece of paper they hand you: bond, citation, warrant, receipt.
  • Call us before the first court date. Time matters for evidence preservation.

Don’t Do This

  • Don’t try to talk your way out. Everything you say gets used.
  • Don’t post about the case on social media.
  • Don’t consent to searches or tests without speaking to a lawyer first.
  • Don’t accept any plea without a defense attorney reviewing it first.
  • Don’t contact the alleged victim or witnesses. That can bring new charges.

Frequently Asked

We charge flat fees in writing for most criminal matters, so you know up front. We don’t upcharge as the case moves. Payment plans are available.

Depends on the outcome, the charge, and the statute of limitations. We run an eligibility check case by case. Bring us your paperwork and we’ll tell you honestly where you stand.

That depends on the charge, your record, the evidence, and if the state can prove your case.

Tell us. We’d rather figure out a payment plan than watch you go in without counsel.

Both. And the criminal attorney needs to understand immigration consequences. We handle both sides under one roof.

Immediately. A criminal charge can change your life permanently.

Related Help

More Than One Legal Issue? We Can Help.

One legal issue can quickly touch other parts of your life. A criminal charge may affect immigration status. An accident may raise injury and defense concerns. We help clients move forward with a clear strategy and full-picture support.

Immigration

Green cards, citizenship, visas, and removal defense, in English or Spanish.

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Personal Injury

Car accidents, workplace injuries, wrongful death, and other injury cases. No recovery, no fee.

See Personal Injury →

Let Us Help You

If You or Someone You Know Is Facing Charges, Contact Us.

Being charged with a crime can feel overwhelming. At Vargas Law Firm, we take the time to understand your case and explain your options. We build a defense based on the facts and work to protect your future. If you’re ready to discuss your case, we’re here to help.

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