Board Certified Criminal Lawyer

Representing Clients Throughout Texas

and Federal Courts Nationwide

 

Houston Criminal Defense Lawyer John T. Floyd is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has been rated as a Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters in its prestigious list of Top Lawyers in Texas. He defends individuals and businesses under investigation or charged with serious criminal activity before criminal courts in Houston, throughout the State of Texas and in Federal Courts Nationwide.

 

Representing Businesses and Individuals Accused of Crimes

 

Mr. Floyd has been providing high-end criminal defense services to clients in federal and state courts for over twenty years. Outside the courtroom, he has been featured on national television and radio programs as an expert on criminal law, including Fox News, Hannity & Colmes, NPR and the BBC. He has also been selected as one of Houston’s Top Lawyers practicing criminal defense for eight consecutive years by HTexas Magazine and was named to Newsweek’s Leading Criminal Defense Attorneys in 2014. He can be heard regularly on Houston’s iHeartRadio Channel 93.7, providing legal commentary on current affairs.

 

John Floyd has published over 500 legal articles about criminal law and has been featured in the Huffington Post, Texas Monthly, the American Bar Association, State Bar of Texas, and other publications across the country. John Floyd has written extensively about prosecutorial and police misconduct, federal criminal law and sentencing and the harsh consequences that follow felony convictions.

 

Dedicated to Fighting False Allegations and Preventing Wrongful Convictions

 

Having seen countless innocent Americans charged with crimes they did not commit and exonerated after decades in prison, Mr. Floyd has dedicated himself to defending individuals who have been accused of crimes, zealously protecting their rights and preventing wrongful conviction and incarceration. The criminal defense attorneys at our firm take nothing for granted. Every possible detail is investigated, researched, and analyzed by Mr. Floyd and his experienced team of professionals before a specific criminal defense strategy is developed.

 

The John T Floyd Law Firm’s high-end boutique approach to representing its clients allows it to dedicate the time and attention necessary to achieve the best possible outcome under the circumstances.

 

Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer in Houston, Throughout Texas and Federal Courts Nationwide

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John T. Floyd Expert Criminal Defense Lawyer

Providing High Quality, Innovative, and Professional Legal Representation

 

John T. Floyd is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is rated as a Super Lawyer by the prestigious rating service of Thomson–Reuters, distinguishing him as a lawyer who has attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.

 

Mr. Floyd takes great pride in leading his premier criminal defense litigation firm, which focuses exclusively on successfully defending Individuals and businesses accused of serious crimes in Houston, throughout the State of Texas and in Federal Court across the United States. Mr. Floyd’s experience, determination, and talent have earned him national attention, and today he is widely acknowledged as one the leading authorities in both federal and Texas criminal law.

 

Dedicated to Being the Best Lawyers in the Courtroom

 

When it comes to your freedom and future, you should not take chances by working with anyone but an experienced, confident, and aggressive criminal defense attorney. Mr. Floyd has been providing high-quality criminal defense to clients accused of state and federal crimes for more than two decades, often trying difficult and seemingly hopeless cases with success. To discuss your situation with Mr. Floyd contact the John T. Floyd Law Firm in Houston and begin devising a powerful strategy for your defense.

 

John T. Floyd is not a former prosecutor turned criminal defense attorney. He has never worked for the government or prosecuted a case against an accused.  He never simply agrees with the prosecution’s theory of the case or assumes his client’s guilt. Mr. Floyd strongly believes in the principals of the Constitution of the United States of America, which puts the burden of proof on the government to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt.

 

Even in the most unpopular or scandalous high profile cases, Mr. Floyd will stand proudly beside his client and put the government to its burden, often achieving success in cases that initially seemed hopeless. He began his legal career in 1994 as a criminal defense attorney and over the past twenty years has built a successful practice devoted exclusively to high-end criminal defense work. It is the goal of the John T. Floyd Law Firm to be the best lawyers in the courtroom and to maintain an unquestionable reputation for professional excellence.

 

Featured on National Television and Radio

 

He has been featured on national television and radio programs as an expert on criminal law; including Fox News, Hannity & Colmes and NPR and world wide on BBC. He has also been selected as one of Houston’s Top Lawyers practicing criminal defense for seven consecutive years by HTexas Magazine and was named to Newsweek’s Leading Criminal Defense Attorneys in 2014.

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A HOUSTON CRIMINAL LAWYER WHO FIGHTS

SERIOUS FEDERAL AND STATE CRIMINAL CHARGES

 

Regardless of whether it is a serious misdemeanor or a federal felony, a conviction for any kind serious criminal offense carries severe, life-altering consequences. In addition to harsh penalties such as incarceration and steep fines, a criminal conviction may leave a crippling stain on your permanent record. A criminal record can prevent you from securing federal and state licenses necessary for employment or for the continued existence of your business.

 

To avoid the devastating consequences that follow a criminal conviction, you need expert defense attorney, who can dedicate time and attention to your situation. John T. Floyd has successfully represented clients facing a comprehensive range of federal and state charges, including:

 

CASE RESULTS
  • July 11
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. DC

    Sexual Assault, Harris County/Felony Assault Family Member, Galveston County.

     

    Our Client was facing multiple felony charges in several counties from the same plaintiff.  Facing serious felony prison sentences, we left no stone un-turned. The prosecutors had to give way and dismiss all the charges from all of the counties.  

    Dismissed!
  • July 11
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. GM

    Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child Under 14, Harris County

     

    Our client was a medical student who was facing horrendous allegations from his troubled, drug addicted sister.  In the end, Mr. Floyd proved that she was simply not credible in front of the grand jury. No- Billed (Grand Jury declined to indict).

    No - Billed!
  • July 11
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. ML

    Alleged Sex Crime

     

    Our client was  charged with continuous sexual abuse of a child, indecency with a child, and sexual assault of a child. They faced 25 to 99 years, or life, in prison for the continuous sexual abuse of a child charge, 2 to 20 years of prison for the indecency with a child, and the sexual assault of a child charges. Mr. Floyd tried the case in front of a jury and they deadlocked. Mistrial. Following the mistrial, the state offered a deferred adjudication probation, which was refused by the client, who Mr. Floyd believed was not guilty.  The state dismissed all charges prior to second trial.

    Dismissed!
  • July 11
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. LC

    Sex Crime

     

    Our client was charged with three counts of indecency with a child and one count of burglary of a habitation for the purpose of committing a sex crime. They faced 2 to 20 years in prison for each count of indecency with a child and 5 to 99 years or life for the burglary charge.  Mr. Floyd took the case to trial, resulting in a hung jury. The court granted a mistrial. The State offered a 5 year period of deferred adjudication afterward.

    Mistrial!
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. KR
    Felony Murder

    Client facing life in prison, he received 10 years probation in case involving three child victims.   Two other cases of murder dismissed.

    Reduced Sentence/Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. JR
    Aggravated Assault Family Member

    Client was involved in an altercation with his better half that resulted in allegations of a belt and scissors being used in ways they were not necessarily intended.  The allegations were shown to be untrustworthy and the case was dismissed.  Client was facing felony prison time that would have been enhanced due to his prior record.  If convicted, prison was imminent.

    Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. JU
    Aggravated Assault Against a Public Servant
    Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. JD
    Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon

    A good Samaritan intervened in a car burglary and stabbed the burglary suspect in the back.  Our client struck the good Samaritan on the head with a firearm, not realizing that the good Samaritan was trying to detain the burglary suspect.  The District Attorney handling the matter refused to do the right thing and dismiss the matter until we pushed the case to trial.  Knowing that we would not back down, she finally relented with a dismissal.  Our client was on probation for felony possession of marijuana so a plea or conviction of any kind would have certainly resulted in significant prison time.

    Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. GC
    Murder, Harris County

    Client charged with killing victim in alcohol-fueled drug deal gone bad.  He faced life in prison.  After preparing for trial and arguing a pre-trial motion to dismiss, our client was offered probation on the lesser charge of Aggravated Assault Serious Bodily Injury.

    Reduced Sentence
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. JB
    Felony Possession of Marijuana
    Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. MZ
    Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance

    Harris County.  Client facing life in prison, case dismissed.

    Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. ME
    Possession of a Controlled Substance

    Harris County.  Officers in full riot/swat gear burst into our client’s business and attacked employees and customers in search of drugs that they ‘knew’ he was hiding after following one of his clients (a person know to authorities to be a drug dealer) to and from his business.  Client willingly showed authorities his personal use drug stash and he was

    Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. MM
    Sexual Assault, Harris County

    Directed Verdict of Not Guilty during Jury Trial.  In this case our client operated a therapy center for medical rehabilitation.  After the prosecution rested its case, we successfully argued a motion for instructed verdict on the basis that the state had completely failed to prove an essential element of their case.  The judge agreed and ordered the jury to return a verdict of not guilty.

    Acquitted
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. JG
    Possession of Child Pornography

    2 cases of Possession of Child Pornography, Harris County.  Client facing 20 years, case dismissed.

    Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. LG
    Possession of Child Pornography

    Our client was downloading large amounts of pornography and accidentally acquired images alleged to be child pornography. After facing serious charges and potentially serious time in prison, our team worked overtime to find the truth and ensure justice. Because of our efforts, prosecutors dismissed the charges because there was no way our client could have known he was in possession of illegal pornographic material.

    Dismissed!
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. MS
    Indecency with a Child, Harris County
    Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas vs. TW
    Sexual Assault, Harris County
    Dismissed
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas v. ML
    Sexual Abuse of Child

    Montgomery County case.  Individual charged with continuous sexual abuse of a child, indecency with a child, and sexual assault of a child.  Individual faced 25 to 99 years, or life, in prison for the continuous sexual abuse of a child charge, and 2 to 20 years of prison for the indecency with a child and the sexual assault of a child charges.  Mr. Floyd tried the case to a jury and the jury deadlocked.  Mistrial. The state offered a deferred adjudication probation, which was refused by client, who Mr. Floyd believed was not guilty.  The state dismissed of all charges prior to second trial.

    Mistrial
  • July 10
    2018
    The State of Texas v. LC
    Indecency with a Child

    Montgomery County case.  Individual charged with three counts of indecency with a child and one count of burglary of a habitation for the purpose of committing a sex crime. Individual faced 2 to 20 years of prison for each count of indecency with a child and 5 to 99 years or life for the burglary charge.  Mr. Floyd tried the case to a jury and they deadlocked and court granted a Mistrial. The State offered a 5 year deferred adjudication afterward.

    Mistrial
  • July 10
    2018
    United States v. MA
    Criminal Copyright Infringement

    Probation granted when government argued 24 months of imprisonment.

    Reduced Sentence
  • July 10
    2018
    United States v. RV
    Drug Conspiracy, San Juan

    Sentenced released on time served after 17 months when the government argued for 84-month sentence.

    Reduced Sentence
  • June 25
    2018
    United States v. RL
    Drug Conspiracy, Corpus Christi
    Mistrial
  • June 25
    2018
    United States v. SG
    Drug Conspiracy

    Drug Conspiracy, El Paso.

     

    After facing serious charges, our team achieved an acquittal for our client after a retrial of cocaine allegations.

    Acquitted!
  • May 27
    2015
    The State of Texas vs. GM
    Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child Under 14

    Harris County. No-Billed (Grand Jury declined to indict). A medical student with an entire lifetime in front of him. Our client was facing horrendous allegations from his troubled and drug addicted sister. In the end, she was simply not credible and the grand jury made the right call.

    NOT GUILTY!
  • May 27
    2015
    The State of Texas vs. DC
    Sexual Assault, Harris County / Felony Assault Family Member

    Galveston County. All Cases Dismissed in All Counties. Facing multiple felony charges in several counties from the same crazy girlfriend the prosecutors in both counties set our client free. If the felony prison consequences were not so serious the charges would be comical. We handled them as seriously as we do all of our clients’ cases and left no stone unturned. The prosecutors had to give way and dismiss all the charges.

    CASE DISMISSED!
  • May 27
    2015
    The State of Texas vs. GM
    2 cases of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child Under 14

    Harris County. No-Billed (Grand Jury refused to indict based on insufficient evidence). In this case the client was charged in two criminal complaints of sexual assault of his sister. After we conducted an extensive investigation, it was determined that allegations were false. Our investigation was presented to the grand jury and the case was no-billed. Client was released from custody without additional charges.

    NOT GUILTY!
  • May 27
    2015
    The State of Texas vs. MH
    Sexual Assault of Family Member

    Harris County. Dismissed. Client was accused of all kinds of behavior that he was physically incapable of. The charges were eventually dismissed.

    CASE DISMISSED!
  • May 27
    2015
    The State of Texas vs. TS
    Possession of a Controlled Substance, Harris County

    Possession of a Controlled Substance, Harris County. Dismissed. Client was arrested in regards to an attempted murder of a police officer and possession of a large quantity of drugs. She was placed on a Deferred Adjudication for Possession of a Controlled Substance at the recommendation of her Court appointed attorney. We were hired when she got into trouble while on probation and Motion to Adjudicate had been filed seeking to revoke her probation. We were able to get the original case DISMISSED as well as the Motion to Adjudicate and she was immediately released from jail.

    CASE DISMISSED!
  • May 27
    2015
    The State of Texas vs. ME
    Possession of a Controlled Substance, Harris County

    Possession of a Controlled Substance, Harris County. Dismissed. Officers in full riot/swat gear burst into our client’s business and attacked employees and customers in search of drugs that they ‘knew’ he was hiding after following one of his clients (a person know to authorities to be a drug dealer) to and from his business. Client willingly showed authorities his personal use drug stash and he was subsequently arrested. Law enforcement had no right to search and no warrant to search and therefore the prosecutor was forced to dismiss the charges.

    NOT GUILTY!
  • May 27
    2015
    The State of Texas vs. BW
    Possession of a Controlled Substance, Harris County

    Possession of a Controlled Substance, Harris County. Dismissed. Accused of possession of a very rare drug known as DMT (Dimethyltryptamine), heroin, and marijuana…our client was in serious trouble and already had a criminal history before hiring us. The officers very kindly left the camera in the patrol car running during the entire stop which showed that they began to search the client’s car before completing the purpose of their original stop. As such, it was an illegal search and therefore a suppression of all the drugs was imminent and the prosecutor dismissed the case.

    CASE DISMISSED!

HIRE A HOUSTON CRIMINAL ATTORNEY WHO WILL
FIGHT TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS, FREEDOM AND BUSINESS

Representing Businesses and Individuals Accused of Serious Criminal Conduct

 

If your business is under a criminal regulatory investigation or you are facing serious criminal charges at a state or federal level, John T. Floyd has the experience, talent, and professional dedication you need to achieve a favorable outcome in your case. As your attorney, Mr. Floyd promises to zealously represent you within the legal and ethical bounds of the legal profession to protect your rights, your livelihood and your freedom.

 

With John T. Floyd in your corner, you will have a trusted advocate who can thoroughly investigate your case to prevent criminal charges, zealously advocate for dismissal of charges, successfully fight your case before a jury, or, in the proper circumstance, argue to reduce the charges to something that can be considered a victory.

 

Whether your business is under investigation for intentional regulatory violations or you are under investigation for a serious criminal allegation or have been charged with a criminal offense in Houston, anywhere in the State of Texas or in a Federal Court Nationwide, contact the John T. Floyd Law Firm as soon as possible. Mr. Floyd will immediately meet with you to discuss your situation, and determine the immediate course of action to start protecting your freedom, future, and reputation. Contact John T. Floyd today by calling 713-224-0101 or emailing him directly at jfloyd@johntfloyd.com for a prompt and confidential response.

 

Texas criminal defense attorney John T. Floyd is Board Certified in Criminal Law and respected nationally as one of the leading authorities in state and federal criminal law. For over twenty(20) years, he has excelled in provided successful representation to businesses and individual clients in Houston, throughout the State of Texas and in Federal Courts Nationwide.

 

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JOHN T. FLOYD TRAVELS TO ALL CRIMINAL COURTS THROUGHOUT THE STATE OF TEXAS

 

The John T. Floyd Law Firm proudly represents clients charged with serious criminal offenses before all criminal courts in the State of Texas, including the courts in Houston (Harris County), Conroe (Montgomery County), Richmond (Ft. Bend County), Galveston, Angleton (Brazoria County), Beaumont, El Paso, Corpus Christi, Midland, Waco, Del Rio, Lufkin, Texarkana, Tyler, Sherman, Lubbock, Brownsville, McAllen Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, Ft. Worth and all counties in between.

 

Mr. Floyd also travels to federal Courts throughout the United States including the federal courts in Baton Rouge, Alexandria, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Monroe and Shreveport.