Facing criminal charges for Murder of a Public Servant or other Capital Murder? Contact Attorney Joe Gagliardi at 713-224-6277. We’ll help you. We’re Capital Case Certified.
A number of differing circumstances, emotions, and events can initiate a turn of events that result in murder.
If you’re in this situation don’t lose hope. Just because you’ve been accused of Capital Murder DOES NOT mean you’re guilty. There have been numerous cases where a defendant charged with Capital Murder was freed and acquitted. If you’ve were charged with Capital Murder in Texas, think you might be, have a loved one in jail on bond or seeking bond reduction, call Attorney Joe Gagliardi at 713-224-6277.
Understanding Capital Murder Charges
Listed below are the most common reasons that prosecutors seek capital murder charges in the state of Texas. Yes, this applies in Houston, Harris County, and vicinities surrounding Greater Houston.
- A person commits capital murder if they knowingly or intentionally murder a person they know to be a public servant (policeman & firemen) who is performing their lawful duty.
- A defendant who murders someone during the course of committing another felony will face Capital Murder charges.
- Murder for hire plots are also common reasons why capital murder charges are sought by Harris County, Texas district attorneys.
- Murders more than one person during the course of a criminal act and/or a related criminal act.
- If a person murders an individual under the age of six years old they may also face capital murder charges.
There are number of other circumstances that can result in the pursuit of 1st Degree/Capital Murder charges by the District Attorney’s office. Generally, as a rule of thumb, if a public servant or a person incapable of defending themselves is murdered, capital murder charges will likely be pursued by prosecuting attorneys.
Criminal Penalty if Convicted: Death, Life In Prison Without Possibility of Parole
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The Gagliardi Law Firm, PLLC is a law firm that’s dedicated to criminal defense, with lead attorney Joseph M. Gagliardi at the helm. Attorney Joseph M. Gagliardi is a highly respected lawyer, constantly challenges federal and state prosecutors, and is always available to our clients when not in court.
If you need our help fighting a capital murder charge call our law firm direct, at 713-244-6277 or another equally qualified Capital-Case Certified Texas lawyer.