Experienced Criminal Defense in Tarrant County Criminal
Tarrant County has 11 county criminal courts that hear felony criminal matters. Due to the serious consequences of a felony conviction, you need a criminal defense attorney with experience in the court you have been assigned. The felony criminal defense lawyers with Sloane Law Firm have the experience necessary to represent you in the Tarrant County 432nd County Court.
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The 432nd County Court is located on the 6th floor of the Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center at 401 W. Belknap, Fort Worth, Texas. The 432nd County Court is open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Judge Ruben Gonzalez, pictured above, is the presiding judge at the 432nd County Court, which handles adult felony cases that have allegedly occurred in Tarrant County.
To learn more visit the Tarrant County 432nd District Court
What Type of Cases are handled in the Tarrant County 432nd District Court?
Felony cases that have allegedly occurred in Tarrant County are handled by one of the 11 criminal district courts, including the 432nd County Court.
Common Types of Felonies in Texas:
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Aggravated Assault: An assault that causes serious bodily injury to another person or involves the use of a deadly weapon. This offense is more severe than simple assault and is charged as a felony. It can be charged as a second-degree felony or first degree felony.
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Sexual Assault: Non-consensual sexual intercourse or contact. Aggravated sexual assault, which includes additional factors like use of a deadly weapon or assaulting a child, is a more severe charge. It can be charged as a second-degree felony (sexual assault) or first-degree felony (aggravated sexual assault).
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Robbery and Aggravated Robbery: Robbery involves taking property from someone by force or threat. Aggravated robbery includes additional factors such as causing serious bodily injury, using a deadly weapon, or robbing a disabled or elderly person. It can be charged as a second-degree felony (robbery) or first-degree felony (aggravated robbery).
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Drug Trafficking: Involves the manufacturing, distribution, or large-scale possession of illegal drugs such as cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, or large quantities of marijuana. The degree of the charge varies depending on the type and quantity of drugs; can range from a second-degree felony to a first-degree felony.
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Burglary: Involves unlawfully entering a building or habitation with the intent to commit a felony, theft, or an assault inside. If a deadly weapon is involved, it becomes more severe. It can be charged as a state jail felony (building) or first-degree felony (habitation with intent to commit a felony or if a deadly weapon is used).
What is the Punishment Range for Felonies Under Texas Law?
In Texas, felonies are classified based on the severity of the crime, and they carry harsher penalties than misdemeanors. Texas Penal Code Section 12.04 categorizes felonies into five different levels:
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Capital Felony: The punishment for a capital felony can be life imprisonment without parole or the death penalty.
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First-Degree Felony: Punishment includes imprisonment for 5 to 99 years or life in prison and/or a fine up to $10,000.
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Second-Degree Felony: Punishment includes imprisonment for 2 to 20 years and/or a fine up to $10,000.
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Third-Degree Felony: Punishment includes imprisonment for 2 to 10 years and/or a fine up to $10,000.
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State Jail Felony: Punishment includes confinement in a state jail for 180 days to 2 years and/or a fine up to $10,000.
How to FIGHT - Contact us for a FREE Consultation with our Tarrant County Felony Criminal Defense Lawyers
If you or a loved one are facing a felony offense in Tarrant County 396th District Court, you need experienced criminal defense representation. A felony conviction carries substantial prison time, permanently stains your criminal record, and results in numerous collateral consequences. The experienced Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers with Sloane Law Firm are here to protect you!
Our Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers have helped thousands of clients fight felony cases in Texas and throughout the greater Dallas – Fort Worth Area, such as:
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