If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges or accusations, are under investigation for a crime, or have been arrested for a crime, you may be anxious and confused as to ‘what’s next’. Because you generally only get one chance to defend yourself in court, the decisions you choose to make about your defense will likely affect the rest of your life. Any criminal charge, no matter how minor, should be taken extremely seriously. I seriously encourage you to seek the help of a seasoned criminal lawyer as soon as possible. Avoid any attempt to be appointed a public defender and make sure that you choose a Houston criminal defense lawyer whom you feel comfortable with.