Criminal defense
Angleton Criminal Defense Attorney
If you're facing criminal charges in Brazoria County, the decisions you make in the first few days matter. PDR Law builds a defense strategy around the specific court your case is headed to — and fights to protect your record, your license, and your future.
Types of Criminal Cases We Defend in Angleton
PDR Law represents clients facing a wide range of criminal charges throughout Brazoria County, including:
- DWI (first offense through felony repeat offenses)
- Theft crimes, from shoplifting to felony-tier theft
- Drug possession
- Assault
- Felony and misdemeanor charges of all classifications
Where Your Case Will Be Heard
Angleton is the county seat of Brazoria County, and all Brazoria County courts are located here. Misdemeanor cases (Class A and Class B) are heard in the County Courts at Law, while felony cases proceed through the Brazoria County District Court. Knowing which court your case is in — and how that court and its prosecutors typically handle cases like yours — shapes the defense strategy from day one.
Local Knowledge, Direct Representation
Patton Ritter has spent years in the Brazoria County courts and knows the local judges, prosecutors, and procedures. You won't be handed off to a junior associate — you'll work directly with the attorney handling your case.