Family Law

• Child Custody and Visitation
• Child Abuse
  The law treats anyone charged with felony child abuse with contempt. The punishments for felony child abuse correspond with the level of contempt held by society and the legal system. Child injury is a second-degree felony. If convicted of their charges, defendants can be sentenced to two to 20 years in prison. Child abandonment is categorized as a third-degree felony, depending on the intent of the individual.It is punishable with two to 10 years in prison. And lastly, continuous sexual abuse convictions carry the stiffest penalty of prison time ranging from five to 99 years.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  If you are asking this question then you need a criminal defense attorney to represent you. Police and prosecutors must solve crimes and prosecute violators. Their jobs do not include protecting your legal rights. The job of a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney is to protect your rights during a police investigation and the criminal prosecution that may result from it.
• DUI/DWI
  If a motorist refuses to submit to a DWI blood test, the police can take a blood sample by force under the following circumstances...
• Wrongful Death
• Traffic Violations
  Texas drivers are pulled over every day for speeding or violating traffic rules. Police officers are trained to notice erratic driving patterns that suggest the possibility that the driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Sex Crimes
  Aggravated sexual assault is designated as a crime under Texas Penal Code section 22.021 when an individual commits a sexual assault in combination with one of the following factors...
• Fraud
  The legal definitions that outlaw credit card fraud are regularly expanded and amended to keep pace with technology.
• Robbery
  Being charged with robbery is a serious matter. The punishments of a conviction can vary greatly and are based on the particular circumstances of a case.
• Burglary
  A person commits the crime of burglary by entering or remaining in a structure without the consent of the owner and with intent to commit a felony, theft or assault. The severity of the crime of burglary increases as follows...
• White Collar Crimes
  Rand Mintzer is an experienced white-collar crime attorney who serves the Greater Houston Area. When someone is accused of stealing a credit card or some other credit card crime, the facts of the case must be thoroughly investigated. Then the prosecution must be required to prove the fraud charge beyond any reasonable doubt in court. For an effective defense against white-collar crime charges, speak to attorney Rand Mintzer at 713-862-8880 to schedule a free case evaluation.
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  A misdemeanor is a crime for which the maximum jail sentence is one year or less. A felony conviction is much more serious and can result a prison sentence in excess of one year. A person convicted of a felony may lose the right to vote and may find it difficult to obtain employment after a conviction.
• Embezzlement
  Embezzlement involves the illegal appropriation of property with purposeful intent to deprive or defraud an employer. If an employer suspects that an employee has been stealing company money or property, an investigation is likely to ensue.
• Drug Crimes
  Methamphetamine abuse is considered by many people to be a greater problem in this country than cocaine, marijuana possession and heroin. The federal government estimates that more than 12 million people in the U.S. have experimented with methamphetamine. Texas classifies methamphetamine as a highly addictive and dangerous drug under its criminal laws.
• Assault
  If you are facing assault charges, Rand Mintzer is focused on fighting for your rights, freedom and future. As your Houston assault lawyer he will be creative and aggressive in building your defense. Mr. Mintzer can readily investigate the evidence which can include witness statements, police reports and video tape footage.
• Murder
  Capital murder charges may also be filed against a person who intentionally kills another person while committing or attempting to commit any of the following crimes...
• Probation Violation
  Have you been arrested for a probation violation? Let the experts defend you and ensure the continued protection of your rights and freedoms.
• Identity Theft
  Credit card abuse in the state of Texas, they will likely be charged with fraud or identity theft. Credit card abuse (also known as
• Homicide
  From arrest through trial, defending your rights and freedom require the skills, knowledge and courtroom experience of a seasoned Houston homicide lawyer. Call Rand Mintzer, Attorney at Law today at 713-862-8880 to put our defense team to work for you.
• Arson
• Shoplifting
  The penalties for shoplifting include monetary retribution, confinement or a combination of the two. Penalties may vary, depending on the retail value of the taken goods...
• Money Laundering
• Kidnapping
• Manslaughter
  The consequences of a drunk driving arrest can be expensive and limit your freedoms. Mintzer’s firm handles all issues involving DWI charges including the Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing to maintain your driving privileges. He uses his knowledge of DWI defense to build a strong defense in vehicular manslaughter cases.
• Internet Crimes
  Proving a cybercrime beyond a reasonable doubt in court can be difficult for prosecutors to achieve. One of the more unexpected aspects of a cybercrime charge is the seizure of a suspect’s computer and digital files for the purpose of conducting forensic analysis. This can be especially difficult for anyone who relies on digital files to conduct business or communicate with associates. A suspect’s cell phone records and personal digital devices may also be seized as part of an Internet crime investigation.
• Prostitution
  In Texas, prostitution involves more than simply sex for hire. There are a number of offenses that are related to prostitution, and both men and women may be charged with any of them
• Extortion
• Hit and Run
  He has also successfully defended clients in numerous vehicular offense cases such as DWI, charges of reckless driving, hit-and-run cases, and even vehicular manslaughter.

Property Law

• Property Damage
  More than likely, yes, but the final decision is up to the judge. Most order restitution and if not, many states require that judge to provide a justification for why it was not ordered. Restitution is almost always part of theft and property damage cases. Keep in mind, restitution and fines are two different things and it’s likely you’ll be ordered to pay both – the former to the victim and the latter to the court.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
• Auto Accidents