Innocent Defense

GFA LAW calls its criminal defense work Innocent Defense. We are trial attorneys, and we prepare every case as if it will go before a jury. That means testing the State's evidence, challenging unlawful stops and searches, and holding the government to its burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt. GFA LAW defends clients in Temple, Bell County and courts across Texas.

Courts We Appear In

• Municipal and Justice of the Peace courts (Class C offenses)

• County courts at law (Class A and B misdemeanors)

• District courts (felonies)

• Appeals and post-conviction matters

How We Approach a Case

Every case starts with the evidence: body camera and dash camera footage, reports, lab results and witness statements. We look at whether officers had a lawful reason to stop, detain, search or arrest. Where the facts support it, we file motions to suppress evidence and we take the case to trial.

If You Have Been Arrested

• Stay calm and do not resist, even if you believe the arrest is unlawful

• Say clearly that you will remain silent and that you want a lawyer

• Do not consent to searches of your car, phone or home

• Write down names, badge numbers, times and witnesses as soon as you can

• Contact a lawyer before talking with investigators or prosecutors

This page is general information and is not legal advice for your situation. Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee future outcomes.