Criminal and DWI Lawyer in Dallas & Collin County

Law Offices of Mark T. Lassiter

1420 West Exchange Parkway
Suite 180
Allen, Texas 75013
USA

(214) 845-7007

www.dallas-dwi-lawyers.com

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The Law Offices of Mark Lassiter are dedicated to defending the rights of citizens who have been accused of crimes. Mark T. Lassiter, J.D., is a tough, young criminal defense attorney whose knowledge and experience belie his age. A former prosecutor for the Dallas County District Attorney’s office, Mark Lassiter has experience handling a wide variety of criminal cases, including: DUI and DWI, Drug Offenses, Theft and Robbery, Assault, Youth Offenders, Domestic Abuse, Sex Crimes, Murder and Homicide, and, Expunction.

In addition to handling criminal cases, Mark T. Lassiter handles record expungement and a variety of DWI cases: Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), Driving Under the Influence (DUI), DWI/DUI with Child Passenger, Boating While Intoxicated (BWI), Felony DWI and DUI, Intoxication Assault, and, Intoxication Manslaughter.

Mark Lassiter treats every case he takes with the same seriousness and dedication – from the smallest infractions to the most serious felonies. Lassiter knows what it takes to win a trial, and he has the dedication and the tenacity to fight for the results you want.

Mark Lassiter has a wealth of experience and qualifications he can bring to your case, including:

. Former Dallas County Prosecutor
. Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
. American Association for Justice
. Texas Young Lawyers Association
. Dallas Bar Association
. Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
. Dallas Association for Young Lawyers – Criminal Law Committee

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Boating While Intoxicated (BWI); Youth Offenders.

Practice Areas Description

Our practice areas include:

- Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)

In Texas, as in all states, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of over .08. However, if your driving seems considerably impaired, or if you have other drugs in your system, you can be charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) regardless of how much you have had to drink. If you have been accused of DWI, you will need an experienced and dedicated Dallas DWI attorney to argue your case and protect your rights. Contact DWI lawyer Mark Lassiter.

- Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is an offense that Texas law has created just for drivers under the age of 21. Unlike a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) offense, you do not have to have a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of over .08 in order to be charged with this crime. Because the drinking age in Texas is 21, it is illegal for anyone under that age to drive with any amount of alcohol in their system at all. A DUI conviction can follow you for the rest of your life. If you or a loved one is a minor accused of drunk driving, you will need a committed and knowledgeable Dallas DUI lawyer to secure the best outcome your trial can have. Contact Dallas attorney Mark Lassiter.

- DWI/DUI with Child Passenger

Driving while intoxicated with a child passenger is punishable by: A jail sentence no less than 180 days, and no more than 2 years; and, A fine up to $10,000. This is a serious charge that can greatly disrupt your life. If you have been accused of driving while intoxicated with a child passenger, you will need to contact an experienced Dallas DWI defense attorney right away. Attorney Mark Lassiter has the commitment and knowledge to protect your rights.

- Boating While Intoxicated (BWI)

The legal definition of boating while intoxicated (BWI) is similar to that of driving while intoxicated (DWI), although the penalties are somewhat less severe. Boating with a BAC above .08 or with other drugs or controlled substances in the person’s system is considered boating while intoxicated. It is a Class B misdemeanor, and is punishable by at least 72 hours in prison. If you are facing charges of BWI, you need a Dallas BWI lawyer who will thoroughly review your case and fight for your legal rights. Contact BWI defense attorney Mark Lassiter.

- Felony DWI and DUI

Being convicted of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) for the third (or subsequent) time is considered a felony under Texas law. This means the penalties for a third DWI offense are much more severe than the penalties for a first or second offense. If you have been charged with felony DWI or a third DUI offense, you will need a persuasive and knowledgeable Dallas felony DWI/DUI lawyer. Contact attorney Mark Lassiter today.

- Intoxication Assault

Persons convicted of intoxication assault may face serious fines and other punishment. If convicted, the person may face: DWI charges; Community service increase from 160 to 600 hours; Incarceration in a state penitentiary for a minimum of 30 days, Probation; and, Alcohol awareness classes. If you are facing alcohol-related criminal charges, it is important to have an experienced Dallas intoxication assault lawyer like Mark T. Lassiter on your side.

- Intoxication Manslaughter

Some states have one term, “vehicular manslaughter,” to refer to any death that a person accidentally causes while operating a motor vehicle recklessly. Under Texas law, “intoxication manslaughter” is a distinct crime carrying different charges and sentences than other forms of vehicular manslaughter. This charge is closely related to the charge of intoxication assault. The difference is that assault leads to serious bodily injury, while manslaughter leads to death.

- Drug Crimes

Dallas drug defense lawyer Mark T. Lassiter has a breadth of experience defending clients from a wide variety of drug-related charges, including: Drug Possession, Drug Sales, Drug Manufacturing / Delivery, Drug Trafficking / Distribution, and, Drug Paraphernalia.

- Theft and Robbery

Dallas criminal defense attorney Mark T. Lassiter has a wide range of experience in defending the rights and freedoms of his clients. He has particular experience with: Theft, Burglary, Grand Theft Automobile, Robbery, Armed Robbery, Bank Robbery, and, Identity Theft. If you or someone you love has been charged with these or other theft-related crimes, don’t hesitate to contact us today.

- Assault

At the Law Offices of Mark T. Lassiter, we have experience you can count on. We have helped a variety of clients with a broad range of assault issues, including: Assault and Battery, Rape and Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Manslaughter and Vehicular Manslaughter, Intoxication Manslaughter, Negligent Homicide, Murder / Homicide, and, Felony Weapons Charges.

- Youth Offenders

Dallas juvenile defense lawyer Mark T. Lassiter represents minors, college students, and other young adults who are facing the consequences of criminal charges. He has experience handling drug- and alcohol-related offenses, minor theft charges, and other misdemeanor matters.

- Domestic Abuse

Dallas domestic abuse attorney Mark T. Lassiter understands the stress and the emotion that goes along with domestic violence cases. He has experience in all aspects of domestic abuse law, having served as a prosecutor for the Dallas County District Attorney’s office, working with prosecutors and police on a wide variety of cases.

- Sex Crimes

Mark T. Lassiter understands what successful sex crime defense takes. A former prosecutor for the Dallas County District Attorney’s office, Mark Lassiter has handled sex crime cases both as a prosecuting attorney and a defense attorney. He handles a wide range of sex crime cases, including: Indecency with a Child / Molestation Crimes, Rape / Aggravated Sexual Assault, Statutory Rape, Sexual Assault of a Child, Possession of Child Pornography, Sex Offender Registration Violations, and, Internet Sex Crimes / Attempted Sexual Assault.

- Murder and Homicide

If you or someone you love has been accused of murder or manslaughter, you should discuss your case immediately with experienced Dallas murder and homicide attorney Mark T. Lassiter. The United States Constitution guarantees you the right to legal representation, a right you should exercise if you’ve been charged or even connected to a murder or homicide case. A former prosecutor with the Dallas County District Attorney’s office, Mark Lassiter understands every aspect of a murder trial, and knows what it takes to secure a favorable verdict.

- Expunction

Mark Lassiter understands that there are few things as important as your reputation. That is why he fights so hard to make sure that everything possible has been accomplished to ensure your good name is protected. There are 2 methods for clearing your name, Expunctions and Orders for Non-Disclosure. Each method has different requirements in order to use them, call my office to see if you are eligible.