Intoxication Manslaughter

Texas Lawyer Defending People Accused of Serious DWI Crimes

Under the Texas Penal Code, intoxication manslaughter is an offense that occurs when a person operates a motor vehicle while intoxicated and, while doing so, accidentally or mistakenly kills someone else. Intoxication manslaughter is a felony of the second degree and should be handled by a well-qualified attorney. At the Houston Law Offices of Ned Barnett, we have the qualifications necessary to get the best possible results for clients accused of intoxication manslaughter.

We Know the Prosecution – We Make Them Prove Their Case

In an intoxication manslaughter case, the prosecution must prove that the person charged was intoxicated, that they operated a motor vehicle at the time and that the driving caused a death. It does not matter that the person never intended to hurt anyone or, in legal terms, that he or she lacked the “mens rea” to hurt anyone.

Our founding lawyer, Ned Barnett, began his career as a state prosecutor in the Galveston County Criminal District Attorney’s Office and then served as a federal prosecutor for the Department of Justice with the U.S. Attorney’s Office. This experience gave him an in-depth perspective on just how a prosecutor thinks. This perspective serves as an advantage to our clients because we know the weaknesses in the prosecution’s cases and we know how to get our clients the best possible results at trial.

A Law Firm That Is on Your Side in Difficult Times

At the Law Offices of Ned Barnett, we understand how difficult and confusing being charged with intoxication manslaughter can be for people. Our clients are often good people – professionals, parents, husbands and wives – who just made a mistake or who were wrongly accused of a crime they did not commit. We stand by our clients to make sure that they get the best defense possible under Texas law.

The Law Offices of Ned Barnett provides strong and effective defenses because we have the experience necessary to achieve favorable results. Contact our Houston law offices by calling 713-222-6767 or toll-free at 800-338-8070.