Montgomery County criminal defense lawyer Texas

Montgomery County. Your future matters here.

Arrested or facing a court date in Montgomery County? Criminal defense attorney Erik Smith handles DWI, felony, and misdemeanor allegations. Your case deserves a close look at the evidence and a strategy built around you.

01Defense where your case is pending

The right questions, early.

Early legal work can help preserve evidence, identify witnesses, review video, and address the court requirements affecting your daily life. Bring every court notice and bond document to your consultation.

Erik represents clients in felony and misdemeanor matters, including DWI, drug charges, assault and family violence, theft, juvenile proceedings, probation allegations, warrants, and possible record relief.

Review may include the legality of a stop or search, probable cause, field sobriety testing, laboratory evidence, body-camera footage, witness accounts, and any defenses supported by the facts.

Erik’s forensic science training informs his examination of alcohol and drug evidence. That technical review is paired with clear communication about your priorities and the options available.

I just got arrested. What should I do?

Field note: Montgomery County criminal defense

Your local court paperwork

Start with your Montgomery County court notice.

A familiar community name is not enough to identify your court. People in Spring, Tomball, and The Woodlands should check the county and court listed on the actual paperwork. Tell Erik about any related case or supervision requirement in another county, too.

Montgomery County’s County Clerk Court Records Inquiry includes a criminal records search. Check the clerk and court named on your notice rather than assuming a single database covers every proceeding. Keep a copy of the notice and confirm any uncertainty about a hearing with your lawyer or the court.

Keep your current bond conditions and any protective order with the court notice. Online records are a starting point; they do not replace legal advice or the orders in your case.

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Forensic science
ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist
Licensed
State Bar of Texas, since 2018
Language
Spanish-language assistance
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03Common questions

Questions people ask first.

General information only. Your situation deserves advice about its own facts.

I just got arrested in Montgomery County. What should I do?

Stay calm, ask for a lawyer before discussing the allegations, and follow court and bond requirements. Keep the notices you receive. A defense attorney can review the charge, any immediate deadlines, and the next setting.

Where can I look up my Montgomery County criminal case?

Montgomery County’s County Clerk Court Records Inquiry includes a criminal records search. Check the clerk and court named on your notice rather than assuming a single database covers every proceeding. Keep a copy of the notice and confirm any uncertainty about a hearing with your lawyer or the court.

Do I need a lawyer for a misdemeanor in Montgomery County?

A misdemeanor can still carry penalties and affect your criminal record. A lawyer can explain the charge, review the evidence, and help you evaluate the available options.

Can a DWI case be dismissed?

Some cases are dismissed, but no outcome is automatic. The traffic stop, arrest, testing, and other evidence all need review.

Can you help with a probation allegation?

Erik evaluates alleged violations, including new arrests, testing, attendance, program requirements, and other conditions. Bring the motion or notice and your supervision paperwork.

Can my record be cleared?

Eligibility for expunction or nondisclosure depends on the charge, disposition, history, and statutory requirements. A dismissed case does not necessarily clear itself.

Free consultation

Tell Erik what happened.

You don’t need every answer before you call. Bring the paperwork you have and your questions — the first conversation is free.

Criminal defense & personal injury · Greater Houston & surrounding Texas counties · Spanish-language assistance available

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