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Barbieri Law Firm
17 Cowboys Way, Suite 175
Frisco, TX 75034
Case Results
Charges:
- 5 Counts Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child (1st Degree Felony)
- 2 Counts Indecency with a Child by Contact (2nd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Protected the client from a potential life sentence and mandatory lifetime sex-offender registration through a major reduction and a deferred resolution.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 99 years per count + lifetime sex-offender registration
How We Won:
Our team conducted a deep investigation into thousands of pages of reports, SANE records, digital communications, and witness statements. We uncovered key inconsistencies in the complainant’s accounts and medical documentation that weakened the State’s theory. Our analysis exposed shifting statements, unsupported allegations, and credibility concerns that undercut the prosecution’s case. By presenting these issues strategically, we secured a reduction to a non–sex-offender-related offense and a deferred outcome. This resolution prevented a life-altering felony conviction and the lifelong consequences of registration.
Charges:
- Violation of Protective Order ×2
- Stalking (Felony)
- Publishing/Threatening to Publish Intimate Visual Material (State Jail Felony)
- Terroristic Threat (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Two charges dismissed and two reduced to deferred agreements — client avoided felony convictions and more than a decade of potential jail time.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 15 years of incarceration combined
How We Won:
We conducted a meticulous review of all digital communications, social-media activity, and timeline evidence. This revealed that many statements attributed to our client were taken out of context or did not meet legal standards for stalking or protective-order violations. Several allegations lacked corroboration altogether. We reconstructed the sequence of events and demonstrated significant weaknesses in the State’s allegations. As a result, prosecutors dismissed two charges outright and resolved the remaining counts through non-incarceration agreements. The client avoided felony convictions and preserved his future.
Charges:
- Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Outcome:
Case dismissed — avoiding a felony conviction and potential prison sentence.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 20 years of incarceration
How We Won:
Our criminal defense team conducted a detailed review of the facts and evidence surrounding the domestic violence allegation. The investigation revealed that the firearm was introduced into the altercation by the complaining witness and that the State relied heavily on firearm ownership rather than actual conduct to support the aggravated assault charge. We challenged the prosecution’s interpretation of the events, highlighted inconsistencies in the allegations, and demonstrated that the evidence did not support a second-degree felony offense. As a result, the prosecutor dismissed the case in full, protecting our client from incarceration and a permanent felony record.
Charges:
- Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child (1st Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Case dismissed — protected the juvenile client from a potential life sentence and lifetime sex-offender registration.
Potential Sentence:
Lifetime in prison + lifetime sex-offender registration
How We Won:
Our defense team examined the family dynamics, prior interactions, and circumstances surrounding the allegation. Several red flags emerged regarding the credibility and consistency of the outcry. We engaged in extensive discussions with the prosecutor and presented context that significantly weakened the State’s position. We also highlighted concerns regarding the influence of household conflict. Ultimately, the case was dismissed in full, ensuring the juvenile avoided a life-altering felony and registration requirements.
Charges:
- Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child (1st Degree Felony)
- Online Solicitation of a Minor (2nd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Client avoided decades in prison — secured 10-year deferred adjudication on the 1st-degree charge and only a 3-year sentence on the lesser count.
Potential Sentence:
Lifetime in prison + lifetime sex-offender registration
How We Won:
We conducted an exhaustive analysis of Discord messages, online profile information, and the sequence of events. Our investigation showed the client reasonably believed the girl was an adult based on her online presentation, weakening the required intent elements. We highlighted multiple mitigating factors and challenged the reliability and interpretation of key communications. By exposing these issues, we negotiated a resolution that avoided a multi-decade sentence and prevented a final conviction on the most serious charge. This outcome protected the client from catastrophic, lifelong penalties.
Charges:
- Assault Bodily Injury – Family Member (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Case dismissed — client avoided family-violence conviction and all associated criminal penalties.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 1 year in jail
How We Won:
Our investigation uncovered crucial context missing from the police report, including a history of mutual conflict and prior incidents that contradicted the alleged sequence of events. We gathered evidence and statements showing the situation was far more complex than the initial narrative. This raised significant doubt about who initiated contact and whether our client acted to protect herself or her child. After presenting these issues, the prosecution agreed to dismiss the case in full. The client avoided a damaging family-violence record and all criminal exposure.
Charges:
- DWI (Class B Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Case dismissed after our motion to suppress was granted — client avoided a DWI conviction and all collateral consequences.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 180 days in jail
How We Won:
We thoroughly reviewed the body-camera footage, officer observations, and the basis for the initial stop. The evidence revealed inconsistencies between what officers claimed and what actually occurred on video. We filed a motion to suppress, arguing the arrest lacked legal justification. When the court granted our motion, the State’s case collapsed. Prosecutors dismissed the charge entirely, protecting the client from a DWI conviction, license consequences, and long-term criminal penalties.
Charges:
- Assault Bodily Injury – Family Member (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Case dismissed — client cleared of the allegation and avoided a permanent family-violence record.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 1 year in jail
How We Won:
We uncovered text messages, incident history, and relationship patterns showing the complainant's account was inconsistent and incomplete. Evidence revealed that she had physically escalated the dispute and prevented the client from leaving, contradicting her initial statement. These credibility issues significantly weakened the State’s position. After presenting this material, prosecutors agreed to dismiss the charge. The client walked away with no criminal record and no family-violence findings.
Charges:
- Sexual Assault (2nd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
No-billed — grand jury declined to indict after we exposed major credibility and motive issues.
Potential Sentence:
2–20 years in prison
How We Won:
We gathered extensive digital communications, social-media posts, and contextual evidence showing a pattern of manipulation and retaliation by the complainant. Her escalating behavior and contradictory actions undermined her later accusation. The timeline, witness information, and documented conduct contradicted the claim that a sexual assault had occurred. After reviewing our presentation, the grand jury rejected the case outright. The client avoided a felony charge, imprisonment, and the stigma of a sex-crime allegation.
Charges:
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Class C Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Case dismissed — protected the client’s clean record and professional standing.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 180 days in jail
How We Won:
We attacked the legality of the extended detention and the officer’s decision to escalate a simple traffic DWI stop into an investigation. There were no reliable signs of intoxication and no evidence connecting the alleged marijuana possession to impairment. Our challenge exposed multiple procedural and evidentiary flaws. Once these deficiencies were highlighted, prosecutors determined they could not meet their burden of proof. The State dismissed the case in full.
Charges:
- Online Solicitation of a Minor – Sexual Conduct (2nd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Deferred adjudication — client avoided a final felony conviction.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 20 years in prison
How We Won:
Our analysis of the chat logs and dating-app profile showed the undercover account misrepresented age and escalated the conversation rapidly. The evidence illustrated that our client lacked the criminal intent required by statute and believed he was communicating with an adult. We challenged the State’s interpretation of the exchange and highlighted constitutional concerns regarding online sting tactics. These factors created major evidentiary problems for the prosecution. The prosecutors refused to see the issues with their case, so we set the case for an open please, knowing the Judge would render a fair sentence. The Judge gave the client deferred probation, allowing the client to avoid imprisonment and a permanent felony conviction.
Charges:
- Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Member (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Case dismissed — video evidence proved our client acted defensively, clearing them of the allegations.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 1 year in jail
How We Won:
We obtained surveillance footage from the residence showing the encounter exactly as it occurred. The video contradicted the complainant’s claim that our client initiated the assault and confirmed she was the aggressor. Her contradictory statements further weakened the prosecution’s case. Once we presented the footage and timeline analysis, law enforcement had no credible path forward. Law enforcement dropped all charges, ensuring our client avoided a damaging family-violence conviction.
Charges:
- Family Assault — Impeding Breath or Circulation (3rd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Deferred adjudication on a reduced charge (Class C Misdemeanor) — client avoided a felony conviction and preserved his future at a critical time in his life.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 10 years in prison
How We Won:
We reconstructed the physical interaction and highlighted that the girlfriend initiated the confrontation by blocking the exit and pushing the client. The injuries were consistent with defensive efforts to separate and not with intentional strangulation. We emphasized credibility problems, biased witness observations, and the absence of force consistent with the charged offense. The State recognized these issues and agreed to a deferred outcome on a Class C Misdemeanor, which is the same level as a traffic ticket. This spared the client — a young student — from a felony conviction and long-term legal consequences.
Charges:
- Indecent Exposure (Class B Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Case dismissed — client cleared of a highly stigmatizing allegation.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 180 days in jail
How We Won:
We challenged the complainant’s identification and showed that her description did not match the physical realities of what she claimed to have seen. The accusation stemmed largely from social-media chatter rather than reliable evidence, and no witness or physical proof supported the claim. Our analysis exposed multiple inconsistencies in the timeline and visibility conditions. Once we presented these gaps, the State acknowledged it could not prove the charge. The case was dismissed in full right before the trial, protecting the client’s reputation and record.
Charges:
- Possession of Controlled Substance PG2 <1G in a Drug-Free Zone (Enhanced 3rd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Diversion granted — client avoided a felony conviction, prison exposure, and the enhanced penalties of a drug-free-zone felony.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 10 years in prison (enhanced)
How We Won:
We focused on the client’s clean record, age, and the absence of any distribution-related evidence, showing this was a low-level possession case—not the type of conduct the enhancement was designed to target. We emphasized that the context did not justify a felony conviction or incarceration. Through negotiation, we positioned rehabilitation, accountability, and future stability as more appropriate than punishment. Prosecutors agreed and allowed the client into a diversion program. Upon successful completion, the charge will be dismissed, and the client will be eligible for immediate expunction.
Charges:
- Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Member (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Diversion secured — client avoided a family-violence conviction and kept her record clean.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 1 year in jail
How We Won:
We reconstructed the incident and challenged the complainant’s version of events, showing the conflict stemmed from a chaotic misunderstanding rather than targeted violence. There were no corroborating injuries consistent with the more serious allegations. We highlighted the mutual nature of the confrontation and our client’s complete lack of criminal history. These mitigating factors undercut the State’s theory and demonstrated that incarceration was unwarranted. Prosecutors agreed to a diversion program, allowing the client to avoid a family-violence conviction entirely.
Charges:
- Assault Causing Bodily Injury – Family Member (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Deferred adjudication on Class C Misdemeanor (reduced charge) — client avoided a final conviction after a minor family dispute was resolved.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 1 year in jail
How We Won:
Our client was at risk of losing custody of their children if they received a conviction or if the charge was not reduced. We showed that the altercation was a brief, emotionally charged family argument that escalated over a misunderstanding involving their grandmother’s purse. The physical contact was minimal and not consistent with intentional injury. We emphasized the family’s desire to move forward and the lack of any violent history. Presenting this context demonstrated that a harsh criminal penalty would be inappropriate. The State agreed to deferred adjudication, enabling the client to keep custody of the children, avoid a conviction, and maintain a clean record upon completion.
Charge:
- Injury to a Child / Elderly / Disabled with Intent Bodily Injury (3rd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
No-billed — grand jury declined to indict after we demonstrated the incident was self-defense.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 10 years in prison
How We Won:
We presented extensive context, including the client’s honorable military service, documented mental-health struggles following discharge, and the complainant’s clear desire not to pursue charges. The complainant had a history of violence, and the evidence showed that the confrontation was self-defense and not the intentional act alleged. Injuries were minor and inconsistent with the felony-level accusation. These factors significantly undercut the State’s case. After reviewing our presentation, the grand jury declined to indict, fully clearing the client of the felony accusation.
Charges:
- Possession of Controlled Substance PG1/1-B <1G (State Jail Felony)
Outcome:
Diversion granted — client avoided a felony conviction and the risk of jail time and will be eligible for a full expunction with a 100% clean record.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 2 years in jail
How We Won:
We demonstrated that the client cooperated fully with officers and that the small amount involved supported personal use rather than distribution. We emphasized our client’s clean record, employment stability, and willingness to enter treatment. The circumstances of the encounter showed no criminal intent beyond simple possession. Presenting these mitigating factors secured a diversion agreement. Upon successful completion, the client will be eligible for a full expunction with a clean record by avoiding a felony conviction and preserving their future opportunities.
Charges:
- Investigation into Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child (1st Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Investigation closed with no charges filed — protected the client from up to a 99-year sentence and lifetime sex-offender registration.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 99 years in prison + lifetime sex-offender registration
How We Won:
We cooperated closely with investigators while conducting our own thorough review of medical findings, witness interviews, forensic results, and the timeline of events. No physical evidence supported the allegation, and the forensic exam produced results inconsistent with abuse. Our analysis highlighted significant gaps in the outcry and concerns about the reliability of the statements. Once detectives reviewed the full context and lack of corroboration, they determined the accusation could not be substantiated. The investigation was formally closed, fully protecting the client from a wrongful felony charge.
Charges:
- DWI– 2nd Offense (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Charge reduced — client avoided mandatory jail time and the severe penalties of a second DWI conviction.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 1 year in jail + license suspension
How We Won:
We took a proactive, strategic approach from day one—guiding our client to begin education and treatment early while carefully challenging the State’s narrative. By presenting strong mitigation and negotiating from a position of preparation, we secured a reduction to a Class B misdemeanor with no mandatory jail time. The client avoided the most severe consequences of a second DWI and moved forward without incarceration.
Charges:
- Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child × 2 (1st Degree Felony)
Outcome:
One charge dismissed and the other reduced to a non–sex-offender-related offense with deferred adjudication — client avoided 2 potential life sentences without parole.
Potential Sentence:
Up to life in prison, no parole
How We Won:
We conducted an in-depth investigation into allegations raised nearly 17 years after the alleged events, uncovering significant inconsistencies and credibility issues. Our team also scrutinized the law enforcement investigation, exposing unreliable procedures and witness testimony. By presenting strong mitigation and negotiating aggressively, we secured the dismissal of one count and a reduction of the remaining charge to a non-sex-offense with deferred adjudication—protecting our client from a life-altering conviction and lifelong restrictions.Charges:
- Sexual Assault (2nd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Investigation closed — no charges filed after we demonstrated multiple inconsistencies and substantial evidence contradicting the allegation.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 20 years in prison
How We Won:
We conducted a thorough investigation by interviewing witnesses, reconstructing the timeline, and identifying critical inconsistencies in the allegations. Our team also made the strategic decision—rarely taken—to participate in a voluntary interview, with the client and attorney meeting directly with the detective. When investigators reviewed the contradictions, corroborating evidence, and credible witness testimony, they determined criminal charges were not warranted. The case was formally closed, fully clearing our client.
Charges:
- DWI w/ BAC ≥ 0.15 — Probation Revocation (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Probation revocation withdrawn at the first setting — client avoided up to one year in jail and additional penalties.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 1 year in jail if revoked
How We Won:
We challenged the State’s ability to prove the alleged violations, demonstrating that key witnesses and officers from another county would be required to testify. The prosecution faced significant logistical problems and evidentiary gaps. We made clear that our client would not plead “true” to unsupported allegations and that the State would be required to meet its full burden. After reviewing the weaknesses and the impracticality of proceeding, prosecutors withdrew the revocation motion entirely. The client remained on probation with no additional consequences.
Charges:
- Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (2nd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Case refused — prosecutors declined to accept the charge after we demonstrated there was no threat, no intent, and no basis for a felony.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 20 years in prison
How We Won:
We reconstructed the incident fully, showing that the client picked up a kitchen knife solely out of concern that someone else might be inside the home — not to threaten or harm anyone. The physical distance between the parties, the lack of any aggressive movement, and the son’s prior behavior of inviting strangers inside provided essential context. We also presented the son’s affidavit of non-prosecution and evidence contradicting his claims. Once prosecutors reviewed the complete picture, they rejected the case outright. The client avoided a serious felony accusation and all associated consequences.
Charges:
- Sexual Assault (2nd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
No-billed — grand jury declined to indict after video evidence and witness information disproved the allegation.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 20 years in prison
How We Won:
We collected Ring camera footage showing the complainant leaving the home walking normally, conversing, and driving away — conduct completely inconsistent with her later claim of incapacitation. Additional witness accounts and timeline details revealed major contradictions. Her version of events shifted only after third parties became involved, further undermining credibility. We presented this clear, objective evidence to the grand jury through a detailed grand jury packet. They declined to indict, fully clearing the client of the allegation.
Charges:
- Indecent Assault (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
No-billed — grand jury rejected the case after we exposed gaps in the allegation and lack of criminal intent.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 1 year in jail
How We Won:
We gathered witness statements, timeline information, and context from the night in question. The complainant’s account contained uncertainty, lacked corroboration, and was inconsistent with her own acknowledgment that the client stopped immediately when she moved. Her recollection and level of intoxication raised serious reliability concerns. We highlighted these inconsistencies and the absence of intent required for the offense in a grand jury packet submitted to the grand jury. The grand jury declined to indict, completely clearing the client.
Charges:
- Sexual Assault of a Child ×3 (2nd Degree Felony)
Outcome:
Deferred adjudication on a lesser charge (injury to a child) — client avoided imprisonment, a final felony conviction, and a decades-long sentence.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 20 years in prison + mandatory sex-offender registration
How We Won:
We performed an intensive review of discovery and external records and uncovered significant inconsistencies in the complainant’s timelines and prior statements. Several key documents directly contradicted portions of the allegations. We also exposed credibility gaps and contextual issues that undercut the reliability of the accusations. Presenting these evidentiary weaknesses and mitigating factors allowed us to negotiate a non-incarceration, non-final-conviction resolution. The client avoided a potentially life-changing felony sentence and long-term registration consequences.
Charges:
- Evading Arrest or Detention (Class A Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
Case dismissed — client eligible for early expunction after we proved the stop did not meet the legal standard for evading.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 1 year in jail
How We Won:
We conducted a detailed analysis of photos, officer reports, and client-provided evidence to reconstruct the timeline and visibility conditions. Our investigation showed there was no intentional attempt to flee—any delay in response was caused by lighting, location, and the officer being in a personal vehicle and out of uniform. Because the statutory requirement of intentional evasion was not met, we demonstrated the charge was legally unsupported. Prosecutors dismissed the case, making the client eligible for early expunction and a fully cleared record.
Charges:
- Investigation Only: Collision Involving Damage > $200 (Class B Misdemeanor)
Outcome:
No charges filed — investigators confirmed no criminal offense occurred after our review of the incident and witness statements.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 180 days in jail
How We Won:
We provided investigators with a clear timeline and evidence showing the client attempted to communicate with the other driver after the minor collision, but she continued driving away. When detectives interviewed both parties, the complainant confirmed she had no interest in pursuing charges. Insurance information had already resolved the property damage. Once officers reviewed the facts and verified that no intentional wrongdoing occurred, they closed the case with no charges. The client avoided any criminal exposure or record.
Charges:
- Unlawful Disclosure or Promotion of Intimate Visual Material (State Jail Felony)
Outcome:
Charge reduced to Class B misdemeanor with deferred adjudication — client avoided a felony conviction and state-jail exposure.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 2 years in jail
How We Won:
We acknowledged the client’s emotional state following a difficult breakup while highlighting his cooperation, lack of criminal history, and willingness to accept responsibility for a reduced charge. The evidence showed that this was an isolated incident driven by emotional distress, not ongoing or malicious conduct. We presented strong mitigating factors and contextual information demonstrating a felony conviction would be excessive. The State agreed to reduce the charge to Class B harassment with deferred adjudication, allowing the client to avoid a felony record and incarceration.
Charges:
- Unlawful Disclosure or Promotion of Intimate Visual Material (State Jail Felony)
Outcome:
Charge reduced to Class B misdemeanor with deferred adjudication — client avoided a felony conviction and state-jail exposure.
Potential Sentence:
Up to 2 years in jail
How We Won:
We acknowledged the client’s emotional state following a difficult breakup while highlighting his cooperation, lack of criminal history, and willingness to accept responsibility for a reduced charge. The evidence showed that this was an isolated incident driven by emotional distress, not ongoing or malicious conduct. We presented strong mitigating factors and contextual information demonstrating a felony conviction would be excessive. The State agreed to reduce the charge to Class B harassment with deferred adjudication, allowing the client to avoid a felony record and incarceration.
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Frisco, TX 75034
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