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Fitzpatrick Hagood Smith & Uhl LLP is a full-service criminal defense law firm serving clients throughout the state of Texas and across the nation. Our attorneys are admitted to practice in all Texas state and federal courts. Attorneys at our firm are also admitted before the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals (5th Circuit) and the United States Supreme Court. In addition, attorneys at our firm have defended clients with cases in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, New York, and Oklahoma. Our firm has the skill and experience to effectively manage any criminal defense matter. At Fitzpatrick Hagood Smith & Uhl LLP, no case is too difficult, and no case is treated as routine. White Collar Crime - Our attorneys have extensive experience defending corporations and executives charged with, or under investigation for fraud and embezzlement, including criminal matters involving state, federal, tax, SEC, IRS, and other governmental agency investigations. Federal Criminal Defense - Federal criminal matters are complex. Usually the government has worked extensively on the case prior to charging a suspect. As former federal prosecutors, our attorneys understand how to prepare a defense for a federal criminal matter as well as the tactics the government will use to try to obtain a conviction. Computer Crimes - Internet crimes are one of the fastest growing segments of criminal prosecutions. Our firm has the ability to effectively investigate and defend clients charged with computer crimes in state and federal court. DWI/DUI - A drunk driving charge can have significant financial and legal consequences. Our lead DWI attorney is a former prosecutor and judge and one of several of our attorneys who have tried hundreds of DWI/DUI cases collectively. Lawyers at our firm often trained the attorneys prosecuting DWI suspects. We have the knowledge and experience to aggressively defend those charged with a DWI, and the skill to manage the consequences of a conviction. Property Crimes - Robbery, theft, burglary, and larceny all refer to illegal taking of property. Our attorneys have represented numerous people falsely accused of property crimes. We understand how to prepare a defense and how to protect the rights of our clients. Domestic Violence - Domestic violence allegations are common in divorce and child custody disputes. Restraining orders, orders of protection, and convictions for domestic assault can have sweeping consequences. Our attorneys have significant experience investigating and defending people accused of domestic violence. Weapons Violations - Our attorneys have significant experience representing people charged with state and federal weapons violations. We have handled cases ranging from unlawfully carrying a weapon to charges related to carrying a gun into an airport, school, courthouse, or other places where weapons are prohibited. Drug Crimes - Our firm has successfully handled state and federal drug cases. From misdemeanor drug possession to federal drug conspiracy charges, a conviction on a drug charge can have lifelong consequences. We are committed to aggressively defending the rights of people charged with drug crimes. Homicide - Capital murder, murder, or manslaughter are among the most serious criminal offenses. Our attorneys have unmatched experience handling homicide cases. We know the tactics used to convict people, and we have the skill to effectively represent people facing murder and homicide charges. Sex Crimes - Society often convicts people charged with sex crimes before they ever set foot in a courtroom. Our attorneys are committed to ensuring that people charged with sex crimes receive an aggressive defense and a fair trial. Expunctions and Non-Disclosures - A criminal charge can remain part of the public record even after a person has been found not guilty of the crime. Our lawyers routinely handle expunctions and non-disclosures for clients who have been exonerated in criminal matters. Federal Sentencing - In the event of conviction in federal court, it is absolutely imperative your attorney know and understand the U.S. Sentencing Commission Guidelines, and the Standard for Sentencing in a post-Booker era. Our attorneys have vast experience in federal court and know how to advocate for the lowest possible sentence. Federal Appeals - Oftentimes, state or federal convictions are reversed on appeal because of an error committed at trial. Our firm has extensive experience in the appeals process and can give an independent evaluation of the trial record for those considering appeal. Identity Theft - This is an area of the law which is receiving increasing law enforcement attention. Our firm has the experience and resources to represent those charged with identity theft.