Aggressive Criminal Defense
Across Texas
When you're facing criminal charges, your freedom, reputation, and future are on the line. Rudy Taylor brings 23 years of experience — including years as a prosecutor — to build the strongest possible defense for every client.
Request a Case EvaluationAreas of Criminal Defense
Rudy defends clients against the full range of misdemeanor and felony charges in Texas state courts and federal proceedings.
Homicide Defense
Capital murder, murder, manslaughter, and criminally negligent homicide charges demand immediate, aggressive defense. Rudy has death-penalty experience and handles the most serious allegations.
Assault & Violent Offenses
From simple assault to aggravated assault and serious bodily injury allegations, Rudy investigates self-defense claims, witness credibility, and the circumstances of every allegation.
Sexual Offenses
Sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, and child sex allegations carry severe consequences including registration. Rudy provides discreet, experienced defense against these serious charges.
DWI & Intoxication Offenses
DWI and intoxication-related charges threaten your freedom and license. Rudy challenges field sobriety tests, breath and blood evidence, and the legality of traffic stops.
Drug Offenses
Drug possession, manufacture, delivery, and intent-to-distribute charges require skilled defense. Rudy examines search and seizure issues, chain of custody, and lab analysis.
Theft, Robbery & Property Crimes
Theft, robbery, burglary, and property crime charges demand aggressive defense. Rudy works to challenge allegations, explore defenses, and protect your rights.
Fraud & White-Collar Defense
Fraud, forgery, and financial crimes require defense strategies tailored to complex evidence. Rudy handles records-intensive prosecutions with expert analysis.
Weapons & Firearm Defense
Unlawful possession, unlawful carrying, and other weapons allegations require specialized defense. Rudy protects your rights against firearm-related charges.
Probation & Community Supervision
Motions to revoke, technical violations, and alleged new-offense allegations threaten your supervision. Rudy fights to keep you in your community.
Enhancements & Habitual-Offender Defense
Felony enhancements, repeat-offender allegations, and habitual-offender designations affect sentencing. Rudy challenges enhancement allegations and mitigates punishment exposure.
Tampering & Obstruction Defense
Tampering with evidence, witness tampering, retaliation, and evading arrest allegations require immediate defense. Rudy protects your rights against these serious charges.
Mental Health & Competency
Competency proceedings, mental-health defenses, and psychiatric evidence require specialized expertise. Rudy integrates mental-health considerations into criminal defense strategy.
Motions, Writs & Constitutional Litigation
Motions to suppress, discovery disputes, Brady violations, and constitutional challenges require aggressive advocacy. Rudy litigates pretrial issues that can determine case outcomes.
Expunctions & Nondisclosures
Criminal records can affect employment and opportunity. Rudy helps clients clear convictions and restrict record disclosure where Texas law permits.
Criminal Appeals & Post-Conviction
Trial errors, evidentiary issues, and legal questions often arise on appeal. Rudy pursues post-conviction remedies to challenge convictions and sentences.
Our Defense Strategy
Every case receives a methodical, thorough approach designed to identify every possible defense and pursue the best outcome.
Case Evaluation
Thorough review of all evidence, police reports, witness statements, and forensic analysis to identify weaknesses in the prosecution's case.
Investigation
Independent investigation including witness interviews, scene visits, expert consultations, and evidence analysis to build your defense.
Strategy Development
Develop a tailored defense strategy based on the specific facts of your case, applicable law, and your personal goals and circumstances.
Aggressive Advocacy
Whether negotiating with prosecutors or fighting in the courtroom, Rudy pursues the best possible outcome — from dismissal to acquittal.
Understanding Texas Criminal Penalties
Texas law classifies offenses by severity. Understanding the potential consequences is the first step in building your defense.
| Classification | Max Jail/Prison | Max Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C Misdemeanor | No jail time | $500 |
| Class B Misdemeanor | 180 days | $2,000 |
| Class A Misdemeanor | 1 year | $4,000 |
| State Jail Felony | 2 years | $10,000 |
| Third-Degree Felony | 10 years | $10,000 |
| Second-Degree Felony | 20 years | $10,000 |
| First-Degree Felony | Life | $10,000 |
Don't Wait to Build Your Defense
The sooner you contact an attorney, the stronger your defense can be. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and the state builds its case every day. Call Rudy today.
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