Criminal Defense Overview

Criminal Defense Attorneys – Denton, Texas

At Boswell & Moore, we focus entirely on matters of criminal defense. As a small, Denton law firm, we get to know our clients individually – we know their cases in and out, we know their worries and concerns and we know their goals. We make it a point to understand the person behind the alleged crime. We represent our clients with the aggressive nature and confidence that comes from years of experience as both former prosecutors and as criminal defense attorneys, and with an in-depth knowledge of Texas criminal laws.

This knowledge helps us handle a wide range of legal matters with skill and tenacity. Our criminal defense practice includes both felonies and misdemeanors in Texas state trial and appellate courts. We also handle a wide range of related matters, including helping clients keep their driver’s licenses, clear their criminal records or apply for pretrial diversion programs.

Boswell & Moore provides focused, personalized defense for a variety of criminal matters, including:

Drunk driving: there are serious consequences for a DWI conviction. If you have been arrested for DWI, contact Boswell & Moore to manage your defense.
License suspension: attorneys at Boswell & Moore handle driver’s license issues related to drunk driving, drug crimes and other matters. We represent clients at administrative (ALR) hearings before the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
Drug crimes: our lawyers represent those accused of drug crimes including possession, manufacture and distribution of illegal drugs. We also handle crimes related to prescription drugs.
Theft, fraud and forgery: we represent people accused of theft, fraud and forgery crimes like shoplifting, check fraud, prescription fraud, identity theft and credit card-related crimes.
Assault and family violence: violent crimes can have an especially strong impact on your future, including limiting job, housing and educational prospects, impacting divorce proceedings and preventing you from owning a gun.
Pretrial options & diversion programs: before you are even charged with a crime, the lawyers at Boswell & Moore may be able to help reduce or avoid further action.
Probation revocations: if you have been accused of violating the terms of your probation, contacting an attorney quickly can help protect your rights and your freedom.
Expungements & non-disclosure: there are options for sealing or clearing your criminal record. We can help you discover which is right for you.
Criminal appeals: attorney Dawn Moore is an experienced appellate attorney. She has in-depth knowledge of appellate procedures and case law, and is experienced in constructing persuasive arguments for the appeals court. She is also experienced with drafting and presenting petitions for discretionary review.
Post-trial remedies: in addition to handling an appeal on your behalf, Boswell & Moore may also be able to help you with various post-trial remedies like a motion for a new trial or writs.
Texas Internet crime: Boswell & Moore handles computer and Internet crimes at the state court level.
Burglary and property crimes: when you are facing burglary, vandalism, criminal mischief or other property crimes, contact us to discuss your options and plan an effective defense strategy.

Contact Boswell & Moore

To talk with us about your criminal charges, call Boswell & Moore at 940-382-4711, or contact us online. We offer free initial consultations and accept Visa and MasterCard. Evening and weekend hours are available by appointment for your convenience.