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San Benito Criminal Defense Lawyer

Former Texas Prosecutor Turned Criminal Attorney in Brownsville, TX

Facing a criminal accusation or formal criminal charge can be one of the most frightening and intimidating events in your life. There are both criminal penalties and social penalties stemming from this situation, such as a blow to your reputation or damage to your personal and professional relationships. The charges may affect your job, finances, or your family, leaving you wondering how to put your life back together.

Helping San Benito and Brownsville Clients Maintain Their Innocence

Turn to Gustavo D. Elizondo, III Attorney at Law, where you can work with a former Cameron County prosecutor with trial experience. Our San Benito criminal defense attorney has tried dozens of successful cases, from traffic tickets to first-degree felonies. The grandson of the first Mexican-American judge, Attorney Elizondo is part of a well-respected legal family with deep roots in the Brownsville area.

Get a free, initial consultation by calling our San Benito criminal defense lawyer (956) 275-9191. Spanish-English bilingual service.

Criminal Charges in Texas Handled By Our Criminal Attorney

Our San Benito criminal attorney handles all types of criminal cases, including:

Penalties in such cases may range from a few days in jail up to extended prison sentences, hefty fines, lengthy probation, and other court-ordered penalties particular to the offense, such as loss of your driver’s license, restitution to victims, restraining orders, and more.

What Brownsville Do Criminal Defense Attorneys Do?

A Brownsville criminal defense attorney's job is to provide legal assistance, legal advice, and defense in court for their client to the fullest extent of the law. Once you contact a Brownsville criminal defense attorney, they will research the circumstances of your case, conduct their own investigation into the criminal charges, and attempt to negotiate a deal with the prosecution or go to trial if necessary. Defense attorneys may try to negotiate lower bail, reduced charges, or reduced sentencing.

Building a Strong Criminal Defense

During the course of investigating your case, a criminal attorney will question witnesses, review the actions and conduct of any law enforcement officers, analyze the prosecutor's case and evidence, and represent the defendant in court. Having the right Brownsville criminal defense lawyer, who understands criminal law, on your side is imperative when faced with a criminal offense.

Why You Need Our San Benito Defense Attorney's Services

Having an aggressive and tenacious legal defender in your corner is your first line of attack. Our criminal attorney in San Benito will take steps to thoroughly investigate the accusations against you. We may be able to uncover errors and other questionable tactics taken by law enforcement, find evidence favorable to you, and work to get the charges dropped or reduced or to get sentencing reduced.

As a former Texas prosecutor, Gustavo D. Elizondo III understands how prosecutors may seek to convict you. That insight, along with our professional relationships, can work advantageously for you as we take all the necessary defense steps to help you achieve the best possible outcome.

Don't Face Your Charges Without Our Brownsville Criminal Attorney

You may have been wrongfully accused, unfamiliar with the Texas criminal justice system before, unable to speak English, or subject to aggressive and harsh treatment by law enforcement or the state’s prosecutor. Whatever your situation, you can depend on our Brownsville criminal defense attorney to work tenaciously to help resolve your case as rapidly and favorably as can be expected.

Contact our Brownsville criminal defense attorney online or call (956) 275-9191 to get competent and personalized legal assistance today.

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  • We Treat You Like Family

    At our firm, you will not be treated like a number. Every client gets treated with the time and the respect they deserve to best suit their needs.

  • A Family Legacy

    Attorney Gustavo D. Elizondo, III is the grandson of Judge Reynaldo G. Garza, the first Mexican-American federal judge in United States history.

  • Experienced Trial Attorney

    Attorney Gustavo Elizondo, III has tried numerous jury trials. His knowledge, determination, and perseverance have made him successful in the courtroom.

  • Former Prosecutor

    Attorney Gustavo D. Elizondo, III began his legal career as a state prosecutor in the Cameron County District Attorney’s Office.

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