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Houston Criminal Defense Attorney

When it comes to criminal defense, the Thiessen Law Firm is distinguished by our intricate knowledge of the law and related sciences – we take the time needed to understand every angle and aspect of the case in order to return the most favorable results to our clients. Led by the aggressive trial lawyer Mark Thiessen, the Thiessen Law Firm has the experience and knowledge necessary to fight for you in a wide area of cases, including:

I couldn’t have gone with a better law firm

I have to start off by saying how thankful I am that my case was dismissed. I never thought I would need a criminal lawyer but life happens. Mark kept me informed during the entire process. My case was rescheduled a few times, which was incredibly frustrating, but Mark kept calm. He had a …

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Mark Thiessen is Board Certified in DWI Defense by the NCDD, a rare distinction that signifies his specialization and expertise in defending those accused of DWI. Mark Thiessen is also Board Certified in Criminal Law by Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is also Board Certified in DUI law by the DUI Defense Lawyers Association. This makes Mark one of only three attorneys in all of Texas that hold all of these Board Certifications and the only attorney in America with these three Board Certifications in addition to being a ACS/CHAL Lawyer-Scientist.

But it’s not just about the credentials: Thiessen Law Firm provides results for its clients. As a Houston intoxication manslaughter lawyer, Mark Thiessen has secured “Not Guilty” verdicts for his clients, including a quadruple intoxication manslaughter case. Thiessen Law Firm has helped saved careers, as a Houston attorney for drug charges.

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Our clients experience the utmost professionalism when it comes to their case, including 24/7 accessibility to our team. Trust your future to a team that is well-versed in the rules of evidence, DWI case law and constitutional law, as well as related scientific and technical areas including anatomy, physiology, toxicology, chemistry, computer science, biology and physics. Contact the Thiessen Law Firm today.

When Should You Hire a Criminal Defense Attorney in Houston?

If you are facing criminal charges in Houston, you should immediately hire the best criminal defense attorney possible. While you read this, the prosecutors and police are actively building their case against you. (Further reading: What to do if your friend gets arrested)

In many criminal defense cases, you will be taken to the local police or Harris County jail for booking, depending on the circumstances of your arrest. What happens in the next 24 to 48 hours is critical to your freedom and reputation. (Further reading: How to deal with going to jail)

What happens during your arrest is likely to be a blur: transport to jail and a Public Safety Assessment. Depending on your criminal record and personal history, you may not need to post a monetary bond, or post a smaller monetary bond. Those who fail to quickly post bond, or those with records / serious charges are likely to be held until hearing.

If you’re released prior to your hearing, and a Houston criminal defense attorney hasn’t been hired for you, it’s imperative to hire one now. Once hearings begin, only the best Houston criminal lawyers can help. Call Thiessen Law Firm 24/7 at 713-864-9000.

Recent Houston Criminal Defense Attorney Testimonials

Our Houston criminal lawyer team fights like no one else. We work hard to earn the trust of our clients:

“I have to start off by saying how thankful I am that my case was dismissed. I never thought I would need a criminal lawyer but life happens. Mark kept me informed during the entire process.” – J.W. Continue reading the testimonial.

“Simply put, Mark Thiessen is a criminal defense all-star. If he can’t get you a win, nobody can.” – A.H. Continue reading the testimonial.

“Excellent. Mark is, without a doubt, not only one of the best criminal attorneys in Houston, but in this part of the country.” – M.G.W.

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