Most folks who walk into my office are scared and stressed out. They’re afraid of going back to jail, afraid of losing their job, losing their reputation, losing their professional license, losing their career, losing their marriage, losing their freedom, losing their home, losing their military career, or even losing their children. You could lose everything. I understand.

I have successfully defended people just like you.

I’ve dedicated my legal career to defending my clients. I demand all the evidence. I investigate all the facts, the so-called witnesses, and even the police officers. I make it my business to know the law. Cases can be won or lost before you even set foot inside the courtroom.

I have assembled a winning team of professionals because I know what it takes to win a case. My goal is to get your case dismissed - or to win at trial - or get the best deal possible for you so you don’t lose what is most precious to you. I tell my clients that if they do what I tell them to, then I can keep them out of jail.

I’ve practiced law in Texas for many years. I know the prosecutors and judges and police officers. Heck, I’ve served as a city prosecutor and an assistant district attorney, but to tell the truth, my heart was never in it. However, I do know how they think and what’s important to them and I make that work for you. I know what it takes for them to try to prove a case beyond a reasonable doubt so they win and you lose. That’s why I have been able to get very serious cases dismissed and that’s why I win at trial.

Okay, if you really need to know, I’ll tell you a bit about myself. I wasn’t born in Texas but I got here as fast I could – courtesy of the Army. I served as an Army wife and mom, not on active duty. My husband retired from the Army after serving for 23 years. Our two sons now serve on active duty. They’re married, they’ve been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan a few times. I know what today’s Army is all about and what’s at stake for those who serve - and their families. I’ve helped save more than a few military careers by getting soldiers’ cases dismissed including: DWIs, family assaults, shoplifting, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, possession of marijuana, etc. And I’ve won a few of those cases in trial too, also saving military careers.

So pick up the phone and call my office today. We’re here for you..

Mary Beth Harrell is "Tough. Smart. Impressive." Criminal Defense Lawyer

Our law firm has a winning record in defending our clients on misdemeanor and felony charges.

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 16%

Our law firm has a winning record in defending our clients on misdemeanor and felony charges. We defend our clients in county and district courts, state and federal courts, and U.S. Magistrate Court on Fort Hood.

28 years

16%

DUI and DWI 16%

Our team of professionals, led by attorney Mary Beth Harrell, have won dismissals before trial for their clients in many DUI/DWI case because our motions to suppress proved the officers did not properly administer the ‘sobriety’ tests or didn’t have probable cause to arrest our client. We have also taken cases to trial and won for our clients.

28 years

16%

Expungement 16%

16%

Federal Crime 16%

16%

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 16%

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Violent Crime 16%

Violent Crime cases often involve claims of domestic violence or the use of a deadly weapon or bodily injury. Breaking into a home or business can also be considered a violent crime. We have had many such cases dismissed after filing a motion to suppress. We have also taken these cases to trial and won for our clients.

28 years

16%

Other 4%

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Licensed in Texas for 27 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1998

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701 West Central Texas Expressway, Killeen, TX, 76541

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Posted by F.L | March 17, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Professional and understanding

Mrs. Harrell is one of the best attorneys that I have ever had the pleasure to work with, as she is very professional, very knowledgeable about the law and she represented my son. The situation with my son was overwhelming to me, and our family, as I did not know where to turn. She has represented my... son twice on two different offensives. I must say that she is also a very down to earth lady and her, as well as her staff within her office made the process bearable for me and my wife. She kept me and my wife informed, clarified information and eased our concerns, as we knew exactly what would probably occur with my son next court appearances, as well as his criminal charges that he faced. The advice that she and her staff provided was wonderful and I personally feel that because she represented my son, that my son had a chance to change his life for the better. The whole situation and legal requirements for my son has been a very emotional one within my family, and her and her staff understand that. I have met other attorneys that would not speak to me because my son was of legal age, but with my sons permission she spoke and assisted us so very much. Mrs. Harrell is not just an attorney, she is a wonderful person and she understands the concerns and worry of a parent. I can honestly say that both my wife and I would constantly be updated on a regular basis of the legal situations of my son. I feel she truly understands that this can be an emotional time for parents that are facing similar situations with their children. I feel that she is a true professional and my son was very lucky to get her as his attorney, as well as I would like to add that she is very dedicated to what she does and I would recommend her to anyone that would need legal representation from such a trusted and very dependable attorney like Mrs. Harrell. Thank You so very much, F.L. of Killeen