RESULTS: Pro-Active Representation – Plea Deal, No Jail Time
When our client found themselves arrested for a serious felony theft (second or third-degree felony) charge while already on probation, the stakes were high. Facing the possibility of severe penalties, it was crucial to act swiftly and strategically.
Our Approach
Understanding the gravity of the situation, our team took immediate action. Before the case reached the grand jury, we proactively engaged with the District Attorney’s office for a plea deal. Through persistent and effective communication, we were able to advocate for our client’s best interests.
Our diligent negotiations centered around the client’s circumstances and their willingness to make restitution and engage in rehabilitation services. Our strategy was to resolve the case favorably before it progressed further in the legal system.
Outcome: Plea Deal
Final Result: Probation, Fine, Restitution, and Rehabilitation Services – No Jail Time
Thanks to our proactive approach and strong negotiation skills, we successfully secured a plea deal for our client. This agreement ensured they could avoid jail time, instead focusing on rehabilitation and restitution.
The resolution included probation and a fine, allowing our client to continue their path towards making amends and improving their life.
This case highlights our commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients, even under challenging circumstances. We pride ourselves on our proactive and comprehensive representation to safeguard our clients’ futures.
About The Attorney
Attorney Sarah Durham’s practice focuses on appellate advocacy. She is passionate about the research and writing intrinsic to appellate and post-conviction writ work. She frequently uses her skills, including attention to detail and presenting the complex as comprehensible, when advocating for her clients.
On a given week, she may write a brief to one of the fourteen intermediate courts of appeals throughout Texas or submit a petition for discretionary review to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. Sarah also focuses on and can often be found working on post-conviction writs of habeas corpus, including 11.07; new evidence; and other extraordinary writs for post-conviction relief.
Disclaimer
Attorney Sarah Durham works tirelessly to achieve the greatest possible results for each of our clients and their families. This is one of her successful results, settlements, and verdicts. Every case and client is unique and depends upon the individual facts and circumstances of each case. Clients may or may not obtain the same or similar results in each case.
