Excellent Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer
Law Offices of John R. Teakell
John Teakell, a former federal prosecutor with 12 years experience in the U.S. Attorney's office, is now defending the people. An experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorney, Mr. Teakell takes his job and your circumstances seriously.
Mr. Teakell now devotes his expertise to state and federal criminal defense cases including white collar charges such as insurance fraud, embezzlement, extortion, violent crime charges such as kidnapping, manslaughter, aggravated assault, and sexual offense charges such as sexual assault, statutory rape, and solicitation of prostitution as well as other misdemeanors and felonies cases.
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Arlington Criminal Defense Lawyer
FAQ
Do I need a lawyer?
If you’ve been charged with a criminal offense in Arlington,
you will need someone to represent you in court. You may choose to represent yourself, allow
the court to appoint a public defender, or hire an Arlington criminal defense
lawyer to fight your case.
How can a criminal
defense lawyer help me win my case?
An Arlington criminal defense lawyer has experience with
cases similar to yours. He or she will
ensure that you meet your obligations to the court as a defendant, and create a
defense strategy based on your testimony and the court’s evidence. A criminal defense lawyer represents your
best chances of have the charges dropped or reduced.
How much does an
Arlington criminal defense lawyer charge?
Every attorney sets his or her own price; therefore, costs
to hire a criminal defense lawyer in Arlington can vary dramatically. An attorney may bill hourly (anywhere from
$25 an hour to $500 or more) or charge a flat rate to try the case.
What is a retainer?
A retainer is an upfront fee paid to retain the lawyer’s
services. This retainer may be in
addition to other costs, applied to the attorney’s anticipated costs, or cover
the attorney’s total costs entirely.
Would a public
defender be appropriate for my case?
That depends. There
are many exceptional and hardworking public defenders in courtrooms across the
county; however, there are also many overworked and underpaid public
defenders. If you are facing serious
charges, an Arlington criminal defense lawyer is probably a safer alternative.
Permitting a judge to appoint a lawyer to defend your case is preferable to
having no lawyer at all; however, this decision risky compared with hiring a
criminal defense lawyer.
Can I defend myself
in court?
Yes, but remember the old adage, “one who represents himself
has a fool for a client.” A courtroom is
a scary place for someone with no legal training. An Arlington criminal defense lawyer can help
you construct a solid answer to the charges and ensure that you meet all of the
court’s requirements.
How can a criminal
defense lawyer defend my case?
The defense is the argument the lawyer will use to persuade
the judge or jury that you are not guilty of the charges. He or she may:
- Prove bias on the part of
witnesses, arresting officials, or the prosecuting attorney
- Identify mistakes in the
arrest proceedings
- Challenge witness
credibility
Present
evidence that proves the client could not have committed the crime
