On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Feb 21, 2020 | Criminal Defense
In every criminal case, you have the right to a trial. If you go to trial, whether you have a jury or you choose to go with a judge, the evidence must show beyond a reasonable doubt that you did commit the crime in order for the jury or judge to convict you. The...
On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Jan 10, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Typically, when you face a criminal charge, the Texas court issues a warrant for your arrest. Officers will arrest you and put you in jail. You then can go before a judge to seek bail, which is the right to leave detention until your next court hearing. The same...
On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Oct 25, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Anyone who has been accused of committing a crime should keep in mind that they have important criminal defense protections that authorities must follow when arresting an accused individual for an alleged crime. The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution...
On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Oct 3, 2019 | Criminal Defense
On October 1, former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger was convicted of the “mistaken apartment murder” that took the life of neighbor Botham Jean. This verdict came as something of a surprise to some who followed the trial, including our own Heather...
On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Sep 26, 2019 | Criminal Defense
On September 23, 2019, national attention fixed on Texas for the trial of Amber Guyger, the Dallas police officer accused of the murder of civilian Botham Jean in what’s being called the “mistaken apartment murder.” That evening, our own Heather...
On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Aug 29, 2019 | Criminal Defense
There are a variety of different types of criminal defenses options available to accused individuals that can help them with the potential penalties and consequences they are facing related to criminal charges. There are different types of criminal defense strategies...
On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Apr 26, 2019 | Criminal Defense
This blog recently discussed the importance and value of a strong criminal defense strategy. In circumstances of drug charges and accusations, defending against drug charges is of significant importance for accused individuals and their families. Drug charges can...
On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Apr 11, 2019 | Criminal Defense
A criminal defense strategy can be the most important thing standing in between an accused individual and the potential loss of their freedom. Criminal defense strategies provide important protections for accused individuals and are something individuals accused of...
On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Mar 15, 2019 | Criminal Defense
The criminal process begins with an arrest of the accused individual. The prosecutor then determines if criminal charges will be brought against the accused individual which may result in formal criminal charges. Once criminal charges have been brought, it is...
On behalf of Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. | Jan 31, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Facing criminal charges can certainly be alarming and overwhelming, which is why accused individuals must be familiar with their defense rights. It is essential for individuals facing criminal charges to understand the potential penalties associated with these charges...
