Criminal Defense Attorney in Victoria County, Texas

Overview

If you’ve been arrested, investigated, or charged with a crime in Victoria County, your future is on the line—and you need more than a lawyer who dabbles in criminal defense. You need a fighter who knows how to dismantle the prosecution’s case before it ever gets to trial.

I’m Richard Hinds. I’m a criminal defense attorney with over 25 years of courtroom experience—and I’m also a Texas DPS–licensed private investigator, one of fewer than 20 dual-licensed attorney/PIs in the entire state. That means I don’t rely on someone else to investigate your case—I lead the investigation myself.

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Serving All of Victoria County, Texas

Whether your case is in the Victoria County District Court or County Court at Law, I’m ready to fight for you in:

• Victoria
• Bloomington
• Inez
• Nursery
• Telferner
• Mission Valley and surrounding communities

I know the judges. I know the prosecutors. And I know how to challenge weak investigations, unlawful arrests, and overcharged cases.

Criminal Charges I Defend in Victoria County

I handle the full range of felony and misdemeanor charges, including:

• DWI / DUI Defense (including blood/breath test suppression)
• Drug Possession, Delivery, & Manufacture
• Assault, Family Violence, and Aggravated Assault
• Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon / Felon in Possession
• Theft, Burglary, Robbery
• White-Collar Financial Crimes & Fraud
• Probation Violations & Motions to Revoke
• Juvenile Defense
• Sex Offenses Involving Minors
• Cybercrime, Online Solicitation, and Digital Offenses
• Expunctions & Non-Disclosure Orders

If your case involves a serious accusation, I’ve likely handled something just like it—and won.

Why Victoria County Clients Hire Me

• One Flat Fee That Includes Trial — no surprise charges if your case goes to court
• I’m Also a Licensed Private Investigator — no outsourcing, no missed evidence
• I Own a DPS-Licensed Investigative Firm — includes a former law enforcement officer on my team
• 25+ Years of Real Courtroom Experience — including first-degree felonies and life-threatening charges
• Most Cases Get Dismissed or Reduced — because we investigate better than the State

The state has investigators. So should you.

Schedule a Consultation

If you are facing criminal charges in Victoria County, the most important step you can take is speaking with an attorney as soon as possible.

Initial consultations are designed to review your situation, identify the issues in your case, and determine the best path forward.

Please note: This is not a full strategy session. Detailed legal advice, investigation, and case handling begin after formal representation is established.

Convenient Phone Consultations

Many clients have work obligations, family responsibilities, or may not live in the same county where their case is pending.
In many situations, individuals are charged or arrested outside of where they reside.

For that reason, consultations are conducted by phone. This allows you to speak directly with an attorney quickly and efficiently without needing to travel.

Phone consultations are confidential, efficient, and designed to give you clear direction on your situation and what steps to take next.

In-person meetings may be scheduled after representation begins if necessary.

Schedule Your Consultation

Victoria County Courthouse Info

Victoria County Courthouse

115 N. Bridge St., Victoria, TX 77901
District Clerk: (361) 575-0581
County Clerk: (361) 575-1478

Call or Text: (361) 648-1759

For urgent matters, you may call or text directly. Otherwise,
schedule a consultation
to ensure dedicated time to review your case.

Richard Hinds, Esq., P.I. — Criminal Defense Attorney & Private Investigator

Proudly Defending Clients in Victoria, TX and Surrounding Communities

Charged with a Crime in Victoria County?
Don’t wait. STFU and Call Me.