I focus on vigorously defending people accused of misdemeanor and felony offenses. I served as a Tarrant County Prosecutor prior to opening my own criminal defense practice in 2000. I understand the stress and anxiety my clients are feeling and believe it is my purpose as a criminal attorney to work hard and diligently to protect my clients rights and future.
As a Christian and a Criminal Defense Attorney it is not uncommon for people to ask, "how are those compatible? Don't you just get people off?" I don't condone sin or bad behavior, but I'm also not free from it. There are several reasons I have such an incredible passion for my work. First, we live in a country that requires the government to prove you are guilty beyond all reasonable doubt before you are convicted of a crime. Until you are put in a position to defend your name and your future those words won’t have much meaning. But to me, and the people who trust me to protect them, it means that a good defense with the protections and rights of the Constitution is the only thing standing between government and the result the government wants. We don't live in a country where someone says you committed a crime, and now you have to prove your innocence.
Life is hard enough without having a criminal record follow you around. I cannot promise a dismissal, but I can promise I will work as hard as possible to put you in a position to protect your future. Seeing a young person get a second chance after a mistake and capitalize on that second chance is well worth fighting for.
Now, forty five years old, I have spent the majority of my life in the Metroplex. I grew up in North Richland Hills and graduated from Richland High School in 1986. I attended Abilene Christian University for two years and then transferred to Baylor University were I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1991. Growing up I attended North Richland Hills Baptist Church in North Richland Hills. Now my family and I attend Christ Chapel in Arlington. I am happily married and have two children. All three are incredible gifts from God. We spend our time as a family between our home in Arlington and a small ranch in Graham, Texas. We enjoy golfing, fishing, hunting and traveling.
Practice areas
I am devoted to giving personal contact with clients when they are facing an allegation of any criminal nature that I am well aware can adversely effect the rest of their life. When you are charged or being investigated I realize being able to get ahold of your attorney is very important to you. All clients have my cell phone handy. I only handle criminal cases so that I may properly and effectively serve my clients. My practice is devoted primarily to dwi, theft, drug, and assault charges.
21 years
I have made it a priority in my practice to become as effective an attorney as I possible can when it comes to the area of DUI/DWI defense. I am one of only a few attorney's in Tarrant County, Texas that is a member of the National College of DWI Defense. I fully understand the stress and anxiety a client feels when charged with a DWI, and I know that having an attorney that truly cares in the outcome of your case, but has the knowledge and desire to obtain the best result is so important.
21 years
An Expunction is a valuable tool which enables a person with a criminal history to have his or her reputation restored by having the arrest or charge removed from their record. It is as though it never even happened. Please call and let me investigate if you are eligible for an expunction of criminal records.
21 years
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 1996 | 12/05/2020 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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A+ | BBB of Fort Worth | 2016 |
A+ | BBB of Dallas | 2016 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Stephen D Handy PLLC | 2000 - Present |
Assistant District Attorney | Tarrant County District Attorney | 1996 - 2000 |
Midemeanor Intern | Tarrant County District Attorney | 1993 - 1996 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National College of DUI Defense | Member | 2014 - Present |
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | N/A |
Tarrant County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
State Bar of Texas | Member | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Texas Wesleyan University | JD - Juris Doctor | 1996 |
Baylor University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Tarrant County Family Law Bar Association | Assault Bodily Injury Family Member cases and their consequences in family law and child custody matters | 2002 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Case Results | Cases dismissed or no-billed by the Grand Jury |
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Kenneth Mullen, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 30, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a among the best lawyers in Tarrant County. If youre in trouble with the law, he should be on the top of your list always.
Sherry R. Armstrong, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known and worked with Steve for many years. He is an outstanding attorney with a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Thomas McKenzie, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 5, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. I have know Stephen since his days in the District Attorney's Office. He is an excellent lawyer and a true advocate for his clients.
Kaye Boll, Criminal defense Attorney on May 4, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. I have referred many people to Stephen. Everyone has been very pleased with his representation. I would highly recommend Stephen if you need a criminal defense attorney
Brian Manchester, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 12, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Stephen is a hard working lawyer who fights very hard for his clients. he and I discussed a DUI case where a blood draw was done in the hospital. Stephen wanted to learn all about the testing process so that he could vigorously fight for his client. Stephen was not satisfied with just a BAC reading on a piece of paper. This differentiates him from 99% of lawyers who handle DUI cases. Stephen does not "handle" DUI cases. He fights them and that is a big difference. I recommend Stephen highly.
Brian Tyrone, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Handy is a savvy, honest attorney who knows the Tarrant County criminal courts inside and out. He is a zealous advocate and will fight for the very best outcome for his clients that have been accused of crimes.
Ami Decker, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 23, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Handy is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I am a family law lawyer who, from time to time, needs to refer clients (and others) to a criminal attorney for various reasons. The feedback I get from those who hire him is nothing but positive. Mr. Handy always takes care of his clients. He is respectful, straightforward and honest. If I ever needed an attorney for a criminal matter of my own, he is the only person I would call.
Roger Haynes, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Steve and I have been friends and colleagues for more than 20 years. He is an excellent attorney and a good man. He has a passion for criminal law and providing high quality representation for each and every client. His compassion for people benefits his clients because he really cares about them and works hard to achieve results that an average lawyer might not. If you need an attorney in the Tarrant county area, call Steve today.