Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyer

Helping You Navigate the Criminal Justice System in Texas

If you are criminally accused in Lubbock, Texas, it is important to seek professional legal representation as soon as possible. Cofer & Connelly, PLLC is a dedicated team of Lubbock criminal defense attorneys and former prosecutors who provide quality legal services to those facing criminal charges. We are a full-service law firm representing clients against criminal accusations in state and federal courts throughout Texas. 

Contact our Lubbock criminal defense lawyers today by calling (806) 298-6518 to discuss your case and the charges against you.

Criminal Cases We Handle

At Cofer & Connelly, we provide comprehensive legal services to our clients, ranging from the initial investigation through the trial process and all other proceedings related to your criminal case. We are dedicated to providing personalized attention and fighting for the best possible outcome in each case.

Our firm handles the following types of criminal cases in Lubbock:

• DWI
• Driver’s license suspension
• Alcohol offenses
• Drug crimes
• Theft crimes
• Juvenile crimes
• Traffic tickets
• Weapons charges
• Felonies
• Violent crimes
• Domestic violence
• Expunctions

Types of Crimes in Texas

In Texas, there are two types of crimes: misdemeanors and felonies. Misdemeanors are less serious offenses that typically carry a sentence of up to 1 year in jail or a fine of up to $4,000 dollars. Felonies include more serious offenses such as murder or rape which may be punishable by death or life imprisonment depending on the severity of the crime committed.

Types of Misdemeanors in Texas:

• Class A misdemeanor – Up to 1 year in jail and/or up to $4,000 in fines.
• Class B misdemeanor – Up to 180 days in jail and/or up to $2,000 in fines.
• Class C misdemeanor – No jail time, but fines of up to $500.

Types of Felonies in Texas:

• Capital felony – Death penalty or life imprisonment.
• First-degree felony – Life imprisonment or prison sentence of 5-99 years and fines up to $10,000.
• Second-degree felony – Imprisonment of 2-20 years and fines up to $10,000.
• Third-degree felony – Prison term of 2-10 years and up to $10,000 in fines.
• State jail felony – State jail sentence of 180 days - 2 years and up to $10,000 in fines.

Regardless of whether you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges, it is important that you seek qualified legal counsel right away.