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Richard E. Carrizales

Criminal defense Attorney at Dallas, TX

5.0   16 reviews

also known as RICHARD CARRIZALES, PC

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  • Licensed for 35 years
    State TX
    Acquired 1988
    Status
    Eligible to Practice in Texas No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Richard

Learn Richard’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    35%
    Richard Carrizales has successfully defended hundreds of felony and misdemeanor cases and won numerous "Not Guilty" Verdicts and "Grand Jury Dismissals" in cases such as Murder, Sex Assault, Drug delivery/possession, Family Violence & Theft cases

    34 years

  2. Sex crime
    30%
    Attorney Richard Carrizales has successfully defended numerous Child Abuse cases and Sexual Assault cases with "Not Guilty Verdicts", as well as, numerous "Grand Jury No-Bills" over the past 32 years!!

    34 years

  3. Violent crime
    20%
    Family Violence & Assault allegations are very serious and can ruin your reputation and child custody & removal consequeces. Attorney Richard Carrizales has successfully defended numerous Family Violence cases over the past 32 years!

    34 years

  4. DUI and DWI
    15%
    Richard Carrizales has defended hundreds of DWI cases over the past 32 years and received numerous "Not Guilty" Verdicts. Our office can also obtain an Occupational Drivers License for you if your driver's license is suspended after your arrest.

    34 years

"CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY PROTECTING CLIENTS FOR 33 YEARS!" CALL TODAY!! "PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE" - "PLANES DE PAGOS DISPONIBLE"

RICHARD CARRIZALES, P.C.  -  Attorneys at Law - Abogados 

*Attorney Richard Carrizales has been defending clients for 33 years and is licensed in all state courts in Texas and in various federal courts jurisdictions: Northern District of Texas, Eastern District of Texas and Southern District of Texas.

*Attorney Richard Carrizales has extensive trial experience and excellent professional relationships with Trial Judges, District Attorneys, United States Attorneys, as well as Police Officers and Police Associations throughout the State of Texas.

*Attorney Richard Carrizales has a very successful record in defending child abuse cases, family violence cases, drug cases and in murder cases.

*Attorney Richard Carrizales is frequently hired by other lawyers to help them prepare their cases for trial and to help them make the best strategic decisions regarding specific witnesses and evidence against their clients. In many cases, Richard Carrizales is hired by other lawyers to serve as co-counsel particularly in chiid abuse and homocide cases.

*Attorney Richard Carrizales is frequenlty hired to proceed to trial as lead counsel when government expert witnesses are involved.

*Attorney Richard Carrizales is Past President of the Mexican American Bar Association of Texas.

*Attorney Richard Carrizales is Past President of the Mexican American Bar Association of Dallas.

*Attorney Richard Carrizales has worked on numerous cases involving witness/clients living around the United States, in Mexico and South America.

 

 Professional Recognition & Memberships:

*The National Trial Lawyers - Top 100 Trial Lawyers

*National Association of Distinguished Counsel - Nation's Top One Percent

*Lawyers of Distinction - "Criminal Defense"

*National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

*Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association 

*American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys - "10 Best in Client Satisfaction" 

*Worldwide Registry of Executives & Professionals - Expert Resource

*Dallas County Criminal Defense Lawyers Asociation 

National College for DUI Defense

PRACTICE AREAS:  Criminal Defense  -  State & Federal Crimes

FELONIES & MISDEMEANORS

*Family Violence  - Misdemeanors & Felonies

*Aggravated Assault

*Sex Crimes   

*Aggravated Sex Assault     

*Indecency with a Child

*Murder / Capital Murder / Attempted Murder

*Burglary of a Habitation / Burglary of a Building

*Felony theft cases / Felony fraud cases / Felony witness tampering

*Drug possession  /  Manufacture and Delivery of drugs

*Felony Possession of drugs - Prescription drug possession

*Prostitution & Solicitation of Prostitution  

*Felony Aggravated promotion of prostitution

*Possession of Marijuana

*DWI - Driving While Intoxicated 

*Felony DWI

*Possession of a firearm without a license

*Concealed handgun license violations

*Suspended drivers license violations

*Occupational Drivers License Permits  &  ALR - Administrative Drivers License Hearings.

*Probation Violations   /   Probation Early Release 

*Warrants lifted  & Jail Release

*Federal Criminal Law / Drug Cases 

*Domestic Violence / Family Violence

*Homicide / Murder / Criminal Negligent Homocide 

*Sex Crimes / Aggravated Sex Assault / Indecency with a Child 

1988 Admitted to Practice Law in Texas: U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas; 1990, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit

Law School:  Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Texas Southern University, J.D., 1987  (Houston, Texas)

Graduate School:  Masters Degree in Social Work, MSSW - University of Texas-Arlington, 1982  (Arlington, Texas)  

College:  University of North Texas, Bachelors Science, Education, 1979  (Denton, Texas)

 

RICHARD CARRIZALES, P.C.

ATTORNEYS - ABOGADOS

1881 Sylvan Ave., Suite 105  Dallas, Texas 75208

   

 

 

 

 

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LAW OFFICES OF RICHARD CARRIZALES, P.C.
1881 Sylvan Avenue
Suite 105
Dallas, TX, 75208

Reviews

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Posted by Steven | November 15, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Grand Jury No Bill Win
I wanted to take a moment and tell you about the professionalism of the Richard Carrizales Law Firm. Richard took time with me to hear my Grand Jury indictment. Mr. Carrizales explained the step by step process for my trial and had a very tough and valid game plan before I left his office on the first visit. He properly advised me and consulted with me at any time I had questions or concerns. His knowledge of the law and professional expertise with the court procedure gave me the confidence and security that I was in good hands. Richard is a great attorney and is highly respected by his peers at the courthouse. His confidence on my case was a win/win for myself but also his professional law firm. This is the lawyer you want on your side. This is the lawyer you want working for you. Well done Mr. Carrizales
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Posted by anonymous | September 3, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Accused of sexual assault
Richard and his team helped me through a tough time in my life. His team always had answers when I had question Richard and his team always kept up with how I was doing and kept me posted on my case . I would definitely recommend Richard Carrizales and his amazing team i am truly thankful. Thank you to An attorney that truly cares.
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Cost

Rates
  • Retainer Always
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Private Practice focusing in Criminal Defense - State & Federal
  • 1988 - Present

Education

  • Thurgood Marshall School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor Law
  • 1987
  • University of Texas at Arlington
  • MSSW - Masters Science in Social Work
  • 1982
  • University of North Texas
  • BS - Bachelor of Science - Guidance Studies
  • 1979

Legal Cases

  • Aggravated Kidnapping
  • Case No-Billed by Dallas County Grand Jury

Associations

  • NCDD - National College for DUI Defense
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • National Trial Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • ABA - American Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Dallas Hispanic Bar Association
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Association of Federal Defense Attorneys
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Mexican American Bar Association of Texas
  • Past President
  • 2000 - 2001
  • Mexican American Bar Association of Dallas
  • Past President
  • 1999 - 2011
  • NACDL - National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member
  • 1990 - 2021
  • TDCLA - Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 1989 - 2021
  • DCDLA - Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer Association
  • Member
  • 1988 - 2021
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Selected Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Texas
  • National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2021
  • Nation's Top One Percent
  • NADC National Association of Distinguished Counsel
  • 2015
  • Worldwide Registry of Distinguished Executives & Professionals
  • Worldwide Registry
  • 2015
  • Past President Mexican American Bar Association of Texas
  • Mexican American Bar Association of Texas
  • 2000
  • Past President - Mexican American Bar Association of Dallas
  • Mexican American Bar Association of Dallas
  • 1999
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (7)
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Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Richard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Richard is bright and knowledgeable. I have never seen him unprepared for a case nor unprepared when negotiating with an assistant district attorney. I couldn't recommend a more highly qualified attorney."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 31
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Richard is a committed, dedicated and compassionate advocate. He has helped so many people who have been wrongfully accused or face the stress of a criminal prosecution. Richard understands what you are going through and understands his client’s anxiety. Richard deals with each of his clients in a straightforward manner and ensures that each client is treated with respect and dignity. When it comes to hiring the right criminal defense attorney in Texas, you can not go wrong with Richard. I highly recommend him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known and observed richard for many years. He is a careful,experienced, and innovative attorney. He is an excellent trial lawyer in both state and federal courts."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Richard. He fights hard for his clients and consistently provides excellent representation. You can't go wrong with him"
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 19
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. One of top lawyers in Dallas for serious matters. Really fights for his clients."
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Dallas Criminal defense Lawyer Richard E. Carrizales
Richard E. Carrizales
Criminal defense Attorney
Dallas, TX
Licensed for 35 years
Virtual consultation available