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What Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Do?

Posted by Scott Markowitz | May 20, 2025 | 0 Comments

🛤️One bad decision shouldn't define your future. Get a strong defense that fights for you.  Here's a more detailed look at how we can help:  

    • Understanding the Charges and Legal Process: A defense attorney explains the charges, potential penalties, and available legal options. They ensure the defendant understands the implications of any plea deals or potential verdicts.

    • Investigating the Case: An experienced attorney thoroughly investigates the case, gathering evidence and identifying potential weaknesses in the prosecution's case.  They may hire experts to assist with specific aspects of the case.

    • Negotiating Plea Deals: If appropriate, they negotiate with prosecutors to secure a reduced charge, sentence, or both through a plea bargain.

    • Representing the Client in Court: If the case goes to trial, the attorney prepares the client for court, presents a defense, cross-examines prosecution witnesses, and challenges the prosecution's evidence.  They make opening and closing arguments, and may also handle jury selection.

    • Protecting Constitutional Rights:  A defense attorney ensures the defendant's constitutional rights are protected throughout the legal process. This includes being present during police interviews and interrogations, and arguing against improper procedures. 

    • Seeking Favorable Outcomes: They may seek to have charges dropped, have the client placed in a diversionary program, or obtain a reduction in penalties if convicted.

    • Providing Support and Guidance:  The attorney provides moral support and guidance during a stressful time. They can act as an intermediary between the client and their family and the criminal justice system.

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Scott Markowitz

Scott Markowitz is a 2nd generation attorney, graduate of the University of Texas and the University of Houston Law School. He is a Texas Gulf Coast native and established the Markowitz Law Firm in 1994. "Empathetic and tenacious" is how some describe Scott. Those qualities coupled with his robu...

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