Lisa Shapiro Strauss has been successfully representing defendants charged with a wide range of felony and misdemeanor charges in Houston for over 25 years. Our clients know they can depend on Lisa’s extensive experience to deliver the best possible resolution for their cases. For many of our clients, this is their first (and hopefully, last) […]

Have you been charged with a felony or misdemeanor in Houston? If so, you and your family probably have a lot of questions and concerns about the legal process you face. At the law offices of Houston Criminal Defense Attorney Lisa Shapiro Strauss, we’ve been helping clients navigate the criminal justice system in Houston for […]

In Texas, the majority of crimes have a statute of limitations. This is a limit on the amount of time a prosecutor has to file formal charges against a suspect. Under most circumstances, if the statute of limitations has passed, you cannot be prosecuted for the crime. Generally, the statute of limitations is shorter for […]

“Dabbing” or “vaping” are popular terms used to describe smoking marijuana concentrates using an e-cigarette/vaporizer. Vaping marijuana or THC concentrates such as shatter, hash or hash oil in Houston can get you into a lot more trouble than just smoking “loose” marijuana. In Texas, possession of “loose” marijuana is a misdemeanor offense while possession of […]

Your first meeting with a Houston criminal defense lawyer is one of the most important appointments you will have in the course of your case. It’s not uncommon to be nervous about your situation and uncertain what to expect from an initial consultation. Here are some tips on what will happen at your first meeting […]

From the report of a crime to the final appeal, find out what you can expect from the process of a theft case. Reporting of the Theft Theft is often reported by the victim, or what is commonly called the “complaining witness” or “complainant.” The complaining witness can be an individual or a business, depending on the […]

Possession of any amount of cocaine is illegal in Texas; if you have been arrested for possession of cocaine in Texas, you face stiff penalties, including jail time and fines. The smartest thing a person in your predicament can do is seek the services of an experienced Texas cocaine possession defense attorney. An attorney can […]

Based on the value of the merchandise that has been stolen, a shoplifting charge can be handled several different ways. It could result in a mere citation or a misdemeanor charge, but it could also be classified as a felony if the value of stolen goods exceeds a certain amount. If you were accused of […]

You were hanging out at a local bar, maybe had a little too much to drink. Somebody bumps into you, you push back. He throws a punch, you respond in kind. The fight is broken up by club security before the situation gets out of hand; your friends drag you out and take you home. […]

In Texas, the courts treat domestic violence against a family member, dating partner, or a household member as a serious matter. Conviction for domestic violence assault in Houston can result in jail time, fines and probation. A felony conviction can be used against you when you look for job, try to get a place to […]