Houston-Based Law Firm Helps Texan Citizens Know and Defend Their Legal Rights

Online, January 17, 2012 (Newswire.com) - A firm of criminal attorneys wants fellow Texans to know their rights concerning criminal cases under federal and Texas state laws. Whether it's DWI, white collar, drug crimes or violent crimes, Criminal Law for Texas is the number one resource to seek for assistance in these matters. This group of criminal defense attorneys understands that not everyone who is accused of a crime is treated justly in a court of law.

That is why the Houston attorney firm of McLemore, Reddell, Ardoin & Story offers criminal defense protection on Criminal Law for Texas. This criminal attorney firm works with their clients to ensure they are well-informed before going to court. Their website offers an array of resources, such as newsletters, blogs, and a criminal law overview page that informs and educates clients on their rights. The information is made available free of charge because citizens may find themselves facing criminal charges for the first time and not know where to receive counsel.

For instance, defendants facing serious charges may not understand the advantages of plea bargaining and sentence bargaining. They may not know that they can waive certain rights, such as the right to a speedy trial or the right to a trial by a jury of one's peers. A criminal attorney can inform a client about these rights and whether they are beneficial or harmful before entering a trial.

No one should try to be their own counsel when faced with serious first-time offenses. Even if one has a law background, it is always preferable to seek professional advice. The criminal defense attorneys at McLemore, Reddell, Ardoin & Story are former prosecutors who understand the ins and outs of the Houston criminal defense system. For example, David Reddell, a former assistant district attorney, never lost a felony trial during his tenure. Moreover, in the last four years Reddell has been selected as a top Houston attorney by H Texas Magazine. Reddell now represents clients accused of DWI, drug and substance abuse and has successfully helped some of his clients receive professional treatment.

Overall, these criminal defense attorneys show a track record of hundreds of cases that have been dismissed by judges, and where charges were dropped. When a trial was necessary, juries often found the defendant "not guilty." For these reasons, it is important to hire a criminal attorney that not only understands the law but cares about their client's personal life.

Potential clients can visit www.CriminalLawForTexas.com or call 713-888-0080 to find out more information about how McLemore, Reddell, Ardoin & Story, P.L.L.C. law firm can help with their case.