Felony Attorney in College Station

Defending College Station & Brazos County Felony Cases Since 1983

A felony charge puts more than your immediate freedom at risk. In College Station, felony cases move through Brazos County District Court, where convictions carry state prison sentences, substantial fines, and a permanent criminal record. Acting quickly after an arrest or investigation notice can preserve your options. Delay can narrow them.

James, Reynolds, Ask & Kleinschmidt has defended clients in Bryan, College Station, and throughout Brazos County for over 40 years. We handle felony charges as part of a full criminal defense practice serving College Station residents, Texas A&M students, and Blinn College students. A free consultation is available to discuss your charges without any upfront financial commitment.

Facing a felony charge in College Station? Call us at (979) 227-3305 to speak with a member of our defense team today.

Texas Felony Classification & Sentencing Ranges

Texas law divides felonies into five tiers, each carrying a distinct sentencing range. The degree of the charge filed against you determines the punishment a court can impose at conviction, which is why charge-level negotiations before or during trial matter enormously.

• State Jail Felony: 180 days to 2 years of confinement, fine up to $10,000
• Third-Degree Felony: 2 to 10 years in prison, fine up to $10,000
• Second-Degree Felony: 2 to 20 years in prison, fine up to $10,000
• First-Degree Felony: 5 to 99 years in prison, fine up to $10,000
• Capital Felony: Potential for the death penalty in certain murder cases pursued by the District Attorney

Brazos County District Court holds original jurisdiction over all felony matters filed in College Station. Before any case proceeds to trial, a Brazos County grand jury reviews the evidence to determine whether the District Attorney has sufficient grounds to indict. That review is an early critical stage. Having defense counsel in place before indictment can make a meaningful difference.

How We Build a Felony Defense

Three of our partners are former Brazos County prosecutors. One of our associates is a former police detective. That combination gives us direct knowledge of how the prosecution assembles its case and where errors in that process create openings for the defense.

We investigate witness statements, forensic evidence, and potential constitutional violations. Fourth Amendment search and seizure challenges are among the tools available in felony drug cases, where the legality of a stop, search, or seizure can determine whether evidence is admissible at all. Every case gets an individualized strategy built around the specific charges, the client’s background, and any mitigating factors the facts support.

What Local Experience Means for Your Defense

Felony cases in College Station are prosecuted by the Brazos County District Attorney’s office and heard by Brazos County District Court judges. Over more than 40 years of practice here, we’ve developed detailed familiarity with how local prosecutors approach felony cases and how individual judges apply the rules. That knowledge shapes both negotiation strategy and courtroom decisions.

The large student population at Texas A&M creates a distinct set of defense considerations. A felony conviction doesn’t just carry criminal penalties for a student. It can affect university enrollment, scholarships, and eligibility for professional licensing in fields that require background checks. We represent students facing felony charges with that full picture in view.