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One of the most frightening experiences your family can face is to see your minor child charged with a juvenile crime. In most cases, children don’t understand the law or the seriousness of the allegations against them, so making balanced decisions on their behalf is crucial.
If not handled properly, your child’s case will almost certainly impact the trajectory of their life, damaging your son or daughter’s educational opportunities, employability, and mental health for years to come.
In these situations, it’s important to remember that you have options. This is not a time to panic – it’s a time to take back control and reach out to Maddox Law, PLLC.
My name is Matthew Maddox, and since 1996, I’ve helped both young people and adults navigate the aftermath of an arrest. Whether you or your child has been arrested for assault, possession, shoplifting, or sex-based crimes, my legal team and I will get to work building a strong defense, examining all evidence, and seeking out information that investigators may have missed.
Your attorney’s role is to defend your right to be presumed innocent of the crimes with which you are charged. To that end, I’ll listen closely to your side of events, reach out to possible witnesses, and review the evidence against you.
I’ll work closely with the State to negotiate for the charges you or your child faces to be lowered or even dropped. And I’ll work tirelessly to identify and present any weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, as well as any evidence of your non-involvement or innocence.
Ideally, we can negotiate favorable outcomes without going to trial. But if justice requires us to reject the State’s offers and head to trial, I’m determined and able to represent your legal interests and advocate for your freedom in court, as well.
At Maddox Law, PLLC, I treat each client with dignity, respect, and the utmost professionalism. With ample experience handling a wide array of adult and juvenile crime cases, I’m prepared to take all steps necessary to make sure you receive the strongest defense possible at a critical juncture.
I was born and raised in Moore, Oklahoma, and obtained my undergraduate degree from the University of Oklahoma in Journalism. Prior to law school, I married my beautiful wife, Jennifer, and we've been blessed with two children, Jackson and Austen.
My early career focused on commercial litigation in a large law firm. I quickly discovered my passion for criminal defense after winning my first jury trial, a federal drug conspiracy case. Since then, I have represented thousands of clients with charges ranging from murder to marijuana possession.
If you or your child needs help with an array of serious criminal charges, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at (972) 546-2496.
“Matthew Maddox is one of the best criminal defense lawyers in the McKinney area. Matthew cares passionately for his clients and cares for them as if they were his own family. He has undergone extensive training with the best lawyers in the nation to gain a high level of insight into human behavior and experiences, which helps him better tell his clients' stories in the courtroom when their freedom is on the line. I highly recommend that you choose The Maddox Law Firm.”
“Divorce Attorney! Matt, is very compassionate, understanding, knowledge lawyer, who cared a lot about my divorce case. Matt and his team made a very difficult time, more bearable and less stressful. He is amazing and extremely sympathetic and was always there to answer questions. I would highly recommend this team for any divorce. You will not be sorry.”
“The best part of a bad experience. Matthew Maddox was by far the best laywer i could have had in what id label as a terrible experience. He changed what i thought was a hopeless case into a blow out win! Matthew was always willing to meet and help guide me through my case as well as communicated clearly and promptly. 10 out of 10 would call again in a heartbeat!”
A: In Texas, the recreational use of marijuana is still illegal. Both possession and distribution are crimes, the penalties for which depend on the amount of marijuana you are alleged to have had on you. Legal consequences for a conviction can include prison time and fines in the thousands of dollars. The legality of hemp-derived products containing THC is still being debated.
A: Yes. Anyone 17 years or older will automatically be tried as an adult in Texas, and younger minors who are charged with violent crimes (such as armed robbery or sex-based offenses) can also be charged as adults. As a result, it is critical to secure the help of an experienced, respected juvenile criminal lawyer to handle your child’s case.
A: Absolutely. Texas takes drug laws very seriously, and a conviction for possession of heroin can bring with it anywhere from 180 days to life in prison. If you’ve been arrested and charged with the possession of heroin, please reach out to my law office for an initial consultation today.
A: If your child is convicted of shoplifting in Texas, the penalties will depend on the value of the items taken, and whether any additional charges were added during your child’s arrest (such as resisting arrest or assaulting an officer). Penalties may include probation, community service, fines, time in a juvenile detention center, or even jail time if your child is charged as an adult.
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Juvenile defense law is a very specific, crucial area of law in Texas. When your child is charged with a crime, it’s imperative to hire an attorney with years of experience successfully helping young people escape serious convictions and get a second chance.
Texas has seen alarming trends of sending minors to adult prisons, in part to reduce the strain on juvenile detention facilities. It’s critical to keep your child from ever getting that far; let Maddox Law, PLLC hear your child’s story and come to their defense.
For almost three decades, I’ve helped families just like yours understand the law, regain control, and fight hard for their children’s futures. For the best outcome possible, you need a steady, communicative, and dedicated legal ally. You need Maddox Law, PLLC on your child’s side.
When you hire an adult or juvenile criminal defense lawyer, you need a practiced, successful advocate. When you reach out to me, I’ll work hard to protect you or your child’s legal rights, advocate for their freedom, and seek out evidence that the prosecution may have missed.
You deserve the strongest defense possible, and your child deserves a far brighter future. Have questions, or in need of legal representation in McKinney, Texas? Reach out to Maddox Law, PLLC at (972) 546-2496 for an initial consultation today.
