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Being accused of a crime is one of the most frightening things that can happen to you.
In an instant, your freedom, your career, your reputation, and your family's future can feel like they're all on the line.
You don't have to face that alone.
Mitch Adams has spent more than two decades defending people in East Texas just like you. He knows the Tyler courts, the local prosecutors, and the strategies that work. His job is to stand between you and the worst possible outcome.
Whether you've been charged with a misdemeanor or a serious felony, the decisions you make in the first hours and days after an arrest can define the rest of your case. Don't wait. The sooner you have legal counsel, the better your options.
From minor misdemeanors to serious federal charges, Mitch Adams Law defends clients across the full spectrum of criminal accusations.
Here's a closer look at the types of cases we handle:
Texas takes drug crimes seriously. Depending on the substance and the quantity, a drug charge can range from a Class B misdemeanor to a first-degree felony carrying life in prison. Possession, distribution, manufacturing, and trafficking charges all carry serious consequences.
We examine every detail of your case - including how the evidence was gathered. Illegal searches, improper stops, and chain-of-custody issues can all affect the admissibility of evidence against you. If your rights were violated, we'll fight to have that evidence thrown out.
Violent crime charges carry some of the most severe penalties in the Texas Penal Code. Convictions can mean decades in prison, lifetime consequences for employment and housing, and the permanent social stigma of a violent record. We defend clients charged with:
A DWI conviction in Texas can cost you your job, raise your insurance rates for years, and in some cases, result in jail time. A second or third offense can mean felony charges.
We look at how the stop was made, how the tests were administered, and whether the arresting officer followed proper protocol. There are often more options than people realize.
When you’re accused of violating a federal offense as listed by the FBI, you need the best defense possible. Federal cases we handle include:
Even sex crime accusations - before any conviction - can destroy your reputation, your career, and your relationships.
We handle all sex crime cases, including:
Texas theft charges are based on the value of the property allegedly stolen. From shoplifting (Class C misdemeanor) to theft of property worth $300,000 or more (first-degree felony), the range of consequences is vast. Related charges — like burglary, robbery, and fraud — add additional layers of complexity.
We'll review the evidence, challenge the prosecution's valuation of the property if warranted, and work toward the best possible outcome for your situation.
If you've been accused of violating the terms of your probation, you're facing a hearing that could send you to jail or prison to serve out your original sentence. These proceedings move quickly, and the standard of proof the state must meet is lower than in a criminal trial.
An experienced attorney can make the difference. Mitch Adams will help you present your side of the story clearly and effectively, and fight for the least disruptive outcome possible.
Texas law allows certain individuals to petition the court to seal their criminal record through an Order of Non-Disclosure. Once granted, your offense is hidden from most background checks.
Not everyone qualifies, and eligibility rules vary based on the nature of the offense, whether you completed deferred adjudication, and how much time has passed. Mitch Adams will review your history and tell you whether you're a good candidate.
An expunction goes even further than non-disclosure. It completely destroys the records of your arrest and any related charges, as if they never happened. You can legally deny the arrest ever occurred.
Expunction is only available in limited circumstances - typically when charges were dismissed, you were acquitted at trial, or you were arrested but never charged. If you qualify, we'll walk you through the process.
Not all criminal defense attorneys are the same. Some take on hundreds of clients and treat cases like assembly lines. Mitch Adams takes a different approach.
When you hire Mitch Adams, you get:
The American justice system is built on a presumption of innocence, but that presumption only protects you if you exercise your rights. The most important thing you can do after an arrest is stop talking and call a lawyer.
Anything you say to law enforcement can and will be used against you. Statements made in the moments after an arrest, even things that seem harmless or helpful, can become the most damaging evidence in your case.
Mitch Adams will ensure your rights are protected from the moment he takes your case.
Yes. Absolutely.
Even if the evidence against you is overwhelming, having an experienced defense attorney in your corner can make an enormous difference in the outcome. Prosecutors have wide discretion in how they charge cases and what deals they offer. Defense attorneys with courtroom credibility and relationships in the local legal community often negotiate outcomes that unrepresented defendants simply can't achieve on their own.
That might mean the difference between probation and prison. Between a felony and a misdemeanor.
The confidentiality of attorney-client privilege allows you to tell Mitch Adams whether you believe yourself to be guilty or not.
Answering this honestly allows our office to build the best defense possible. Even if you are guilty, knowing that helps us to work on a deal to plead down your potential sentence.
We'll review your situation and give you an honest initial assessment.
We look at police reports, witness statements, evidence, and the circumstances of your arrest. We look for weaknesses in the prosecution's case and strengths in yours.
Every case is different. We'll map out a defense strategy tailored to your specific charges, your history, and your goals.
From pretrial motions to courtroom representation, we fight for you at every stage.
Legal fees vary depending on the complexity of the case, the charges involved, and whether the case goes to trial. Contact us for a consultation.
Stay calm. Do not resist arrest. Do not answer questions beyond identifying yourself. Ask for an attorney and don't say anything further until you have one. Then call Mitch Adams.
Yes. Charges can be dropped or dismissed for a number of reasons - insufficient evidence, procedural errors, witness issues, or successful pretrial motions. Mitch Adams will look for every possible avenue to resolve your case as early as possible.
Misdemeanors carry a maximum sentence of one year in county jail. Felonies carry state prison sentences ranging from 180 days to life, plus significantly higher fines. Both can have lasting impacts on employment, housing, and civil rights like voting and gun ownership.
Yes. First-time offenders may be eligible for diversion programs, deferred adjudication, or other alternatives to conviction — but those options typically have to be pursued correctly and early. An attorney helps you take advantage of every available option.
Being charged with a crime is serious. The legal system moves fast, and every day that passes without representation is a day where your options may be narrowing.
Don't wait to get help. Contact Mitch Adams today for a consultation.
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