Commited to Fighting for YOU

The Haggard Law Firm is headed by Houston, Texas Criminal Defense Attorney Carl Haggard, former Misdemeanor and District Court Chief Prosecutor with a lengthy tenure in the Harris County DA's office. 

For over three decades, Houston criminal defense lawyer Carl Haggard has maintained the utmost integrity.  Carl Haggard is a strong advocate for his clients, respected by Harris County Judges and Prosecutors alike.

When Carl Haggard walks into the courtroom on your behalf, his sterling reputation precedes him. This reputation is the foundation for his defense against charges of sex crimes, drug possession, DWI, theft, robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, fraud or forgery, domestic violence ... all misdemeanor,  felony as well as federal criminal offenses.

When you call us, you will speak with people who are interested in your case and want to help you.  While you will unfortunately encounter many rude, obnoxious, judgmental and even cruel people in your experience with the criminal justice system, the Houston criminal defense attorneys at The Haggard Law Firm deliver courteous treatment and a fair, full, non-judgmental criminal defense under the law.  For more on our values click here. 

 Trusted Legal Counsel for Lawyers and Law Enforcement

Houston and Harris County lawyers and law enforcement officers turn to Carl Haggard when they or their loved ones need first-tier, aggressive, and ethical criminal defense. For recent case victories we've won for Houston lawyers and law enforcement, click here.

                                              What You Stand to Lose

Being accused of a criminal offense and/or getting arrested is one of the worst things that can ever happen to anyone. The stress, anxiety, illness and turmoil it causes in your life and in the lives of your loved ones can be enormous.

You may be facing ~

• Jail time
• A lengthy prison sentence
• The loss of a career you’ve worked hard to build
• The loss of a home or vehicle you’ve worked hard to buy
• The loss of your family or children - divorces take place as a direct result of criminal prosecution
• The loss of your reputation and good name

It's no exaggeration - a serious criminal charge can jeopardize all aspects of your present and future life.  Think seriously about whom you choose to defend you.  

                                                    If You're A Repeat Offender...

or have a long record, and are guilty of this latest charge, you may be filled with shame at having fallen back into old bad habits. If you're a repeat offender, yet know yourself to be innocent of this latest charge, the anguish is multiplied as you envision your past following you the rest of your life.

The Haggard Law Firm has successfully defended many repeat offenders, preventing their pasts from haunting them.  While every case is different, below are three examples of what's possible with a superior defense attorney.  

• Repeat Offender,  Assault Case Victory
• Repeat Offender,  Drug Case Victory
• Repeat Offender,  Burglary Case Victory

                                           Compassionate Defense

Criminal law is perhaps the only area of the law in which an attorney is directly responsible for the welfare of his client and that of his family. We realize this and, in addition to our commitment to obtaining the best results possible under the law, we treat our clients with patience and understanding.  To read about one example of our compassion in the defense of a special-needs client, click here.   We understand the stress you're under and get to work quickly to resolve your case. 

                                      We Keep Your Secrets Secret

Once you've retained us, whatever you tell us is protected under the Attorney-Client Privilege, which we take very seriously.  Knowing that we maintain full confidentiality, there is no need to lie to us or conceal facts.

                                     WE DON'T JUDGE ~ WE DEFEND