Houston Assault & Family Violence Defense
An assault accusation can affect your freedom, family, employment, and reputation. Leslie LeGrand examines the facts, applicable court orders, and the evidence behind the allegation.
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Houston Criminal Defense Attorney For Serious Charges
Facing criminal charges in Houston can put your freedom, career, family, and reputation at risk. Houston criminal defense attorney Leslie LeGrand applies experience from both sides of the courtroom to investigate the allegation and test the State’s evidence.
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Former Harris County prosecutor · 24 years in Texas criminal law
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The Burden Belongs to the State
A Criminal Accusation Must Be Proven
An arrest, indictment, or accusation is not a conviction. A defense begins by identifying what the prosecution must prove, how the investigation was conducted, what evidence is admissible, and where the State’s theory may be vulnerable.
Investigative methods
Searches and seizures
Witness statements
Digital and physical evidence
Forensic testing
Trial preparation
Criminal Defense Practice
Cases Leslie Can Evaluate
Leslie represents people accused of misdemeanor and felony offenses. The right approach depends on the charge, the available evidence, and the personal consequences involved.
Assault & Violent Offenses
Defense involving assault, aggravated assault, family-violence allegations, robbery, and other serious accusations.
Theft, Fraud & White Collar
Record-intensive matters involving theft, fraud, financial transactions, business records, or disputed intent.
Drug Allegations
Cases involving possession, delivery, search issues, toxicology, controlled substances, and alleged drug impairment.
Juvenile Cases
Defense in a system with distinct procedures, consequences, and concerns for the young person and family.
Serious Felonies
High-stakes cases may require detailed investigation, forensic review, expert consultation, and trial preparation.
DWI & Intoxication Offenses
Defense informed by extensive experience with field sobriety, breath, blood, toxicology, and laboratory evidence.
Former Harris County Prosecutor
Experience Reading The State’s Case
Leslie served as a misdemeanor, juvenile, and felony prosecutor and handled cases ranging from DWI to capital murder, aggravated sexual assault, intoxication manslaughter, aggravated robbery, aggravated assault, fraud, and theft. Since 2007, his work has focused on defending accused people.
“The government bears the burden of proving its case. Its evidence should be investigated, tested, and challenged when appropriate.”
A Deliberate Defense
How The Work Begins
1. Listen
Understand the accusation, the client’s account, immediate concerns, and what is most at stake.
2. Investigate
Review reports, recordings, witnesses, searches, testing, records, and other available evidence.
3. Build The Strategy
Apply the facts and law to motions, negotiation, trial preparation, and other case-specific decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Facing A Criminal Charge
When should I contact a criminal defense lawyer?
As early as possible. Evidence can change or disappear, deadlines can arise, and statements or decisions made early may affect the case.
What if charges have not been filed yet?
An investigation can be an important time to seek advice. A lawyer may be able to help you understand your rights and avoid unwise contact or decisions.
Will my case go to trial?
Not every case is tried. The path depends on the evidence, available motions, negotiations, risks, and the client’s informed decisions.
Can police searches or statements be challenged?
Depending on the facts, the defense may examine whether a search, seizure, interrogation, or identification procedure complied with constitutional and Texas law.
Does Leslie handle cases outside Houston?
Leslie represents clients in Houston, the Greater Houston area, and criminal matters throughout Texas. Call to discuss the specific county and charge.
Preparing For Your First Conversation
Gather your release paperwork, charging documents, court dates, and bond conditions. Write a brief timeline and note concerns involving work, family, or your driver’s license. Preserve records without altering them and avoid discussing the accusation on social media.
Learn about Leslie LeGrand’s background and his Houston DWI defense practice.
Houston Criminal Defense Questions
Should I talk to the police if they want to ask me questions?
No. You have the right to remain silent and the right to a lawyer. Politely decline to answer questions and ask for an attorney.
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony in Texas?
Misdemeanors are punishable by up to one year in county jail and fines; felonies carry state jail or prison time. Texas grades both by class or degree.
Can my case be dismissed?
Cases can be dismissed for reasons such as an unlawful stop or search, insufficient evidence, or through diversion programs. No outcome can be promised, but every case should be reviewed closely.
What is deferred adjudication?
Deferred adjudication is a form of community supervision in which you plead and, if you complete the terms, the court dismisses the case without a conviction. It may make you eligible to seal the record with an order of nondisclosure.
Can I clear my criminal record in Texas?
Depending on the outcome, you may qualify for expunction (when an arrest did not result in a conviction—acquitted at trial, dismissed, never formally charged, or pardoned) or an order of nondisclosure (which seals eligible records, including qualifying first-time DWIs, from most private background checks, employers, and landlords, while law enforcement and government agencies can still see them). A DWI conviction can never be expunged.
What happens if I violate probation?
The prosecutor can file a motion to revoke or adjudicate, which can lead to jail or prison. A hearing is held, and there are defenses. See probation violations.
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Houston Drug Charge Defense
Drug accusations may turn on a search, the alleged possession, and laboratory evidence. Leslie LeGrand reviews how the evidence was obtained and what it actually establishes.
Houston Theft, Fraud & White-Collar Defense
Record-intensive allegations call for a detailed review of transactions, communications, intent, and the State’s interpretation of the evidence.
Houston Expunction Lawyer
An expunction can erase qualifying arrests and charges from your record. Leslie LeGrand reviews your case history to determine eligibility and the right filing.
Order Of Nondisclosure In Houston
When an arrest cannot be expunged (which requires an acquittal, dismissal, no formal charge, or pardon), an Order of Nondisclosure may seal eligible records—including qualifying first-time DWIs—from most private background checks, employers, and landlords, though law enforcement and government agencies can still see them.
Houston Probation Violation Defense
A motion to revoke or adjudicate probation can put your freedom back at risk. Leslie LeGrand responds to the alleged violations and works to protect your supervision.
Houston Weapons Charge Defense
Unlawful carrying and other weapons accusations often turn on the search, the location, and your legal status. Leslie LeGrand examines each element.