A driving while intoxicated charge can bring jail time, fines, a suspended license, and a record that follows you for years. Zane defends first time and repeat DWI charges and challenges every part of the State's case, from the reason for the traffic stop to field sobriety tests and breath or blood test results. In Texas, you have only a short window after a DWI arrest to request a hearing to fight a license suspension, so call as soon as possible.

Assault charges range from Class C misdemeanors to serious felonies like aggravated assault. Cases involving family or domestic violence carry added consequences, including protective orders, loss of the right to own a firearm, and harsher penalties for any future charge. As a prosecutor, Zane helped build and lead a domestic violence unit, so he knows firsthand how these cases are investigated and charged.

Texas takes drug offenses seriously, and penalties depend on the type of substance, the amount, and your prior record. Zane defends clients charged with possession of marijuana, controlled substances, and prescription drugs without a valid prescription. He looks closely at whether the stop, search, and seizure were legal and whether the State can actually prove the drugs were yours.

From shoplifting to burglary of a home or business, theft and property charges can damage your reputation and job prospects long after the case is over. The level of the charge often depends on the value of the property involved. Zane works to protect your record and your future.

Unlawful carrying of a weapon, unlawful possession of a firearm, and other weapons charges can carry serious penalties and a lasting loss of rights. Zane examines how the weapon was found, whether the stop or search was lawful, and whether the State can prove every element of the offense.

Arson is a felony in Texas, and these cases often rest on an investigator's opinion about how a fire started. Zane scrutinizes the investigation, the fire science, and the evidence of intent behind the accusation.

An accusation alone can turn your life upside down. Sex offense charges carry severe penalties and may require sex offender registration. Zane handled these cases as a prosecutor and understands how they are built, including forensic interviews and digital evidence. He provides a discreet, thorough, and determined defense.

In Texas, most young people accused of an offense between the ages of 10 and 16 are handled in the juvenile justice system, which follows its own rules and procedures. The right approach can protect a young person's education, opportunities, and future. Zane guides families through the process with care and a focus on second chances.

There are no charges more serious. Zane has prosecuted murder cases and is qualified to represent defendants in Tarrant County capital cases, including those where the State seeks the death penalty or an automatic sentence of life without parole. These cases demand experience, resources, and relentless preparation from day one.