At Barbieri Law Firm, P.C., our criminal defense attorneys represent clients in Frisco who are facing serious allegations and need immediate protection.
Founded in 2000, our firm has in-house investigators and in-house reputation support. We help clients protect their freedom, privacy, professional standing, and future from the earliest stage of a case.
Criminal defense includes protecting your rights from the first phone call, investigating the facts independently, challenging the state’s evidence, handling negotiations, preparing for trial, and addressing the long-term consequences of an arrest or charge.
According to the Texas Office of Court Administration, Frisco Municipal Court alone added 17,418 criminal cases in FY 2024, showing how quickly local residents can become involved in the criminal justice system.
Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. builds defense plans early, protects client privacy, prepares for negotiation or trial, and never assumes the state’s version of events is complete. If you are under investigation or already facing charges, our team is ready to guide you through every step.
Case Result
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.
Our Criminal Defense Services in Frisco, Texas
- Sex crimes defense
- Federal criminal defense
- White-collar crimes
- Assault and violent crimes
- Domestic violence defense
- Drug charge defense
- Felony defense
- Misdemeanor defense
- DWI defense
- Juvenile Crimes
Why Choose Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. for a Frisco Criminal Case
Board Certified in Criminal Law
Heather Barbieri is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a credential held by fewer than 1% of Texas attorneys.
Deep Bench, Real Experience
The team brings more than 50 years of combined legal experience to every case, with strategy shaped collaboratively rather than handed off to a junior associate.
In-House Investigation Team
A dedicated investigator works alongside the legal team from day one, reconstructing timelines, analyzing forensic and digital evidence, and surfacing weaknesses in the State’s case faster than firms relying on outside vendors.
In-House Reputation Management
Charges affect more than a court file. Our in-house support helps manage media coverage and protect personal and professional reputation, a service rarely offered by defense firms.
Strategy When Others See No Path
We build creative, aggressive defense plans for cases other lawyers consider unwinnable, often engaging early to shape the investigation before charges are filed.
The First 24 Hours After an Arrest or Investigation in Frisco
The choices you make on the first day shape the entire case. Here is what to focus on right away:
- Do not discuss facts with police, agents, or investigators without an attorney present.
- Do not post about the situation on social media, and ask family to stay offline too.
- Preserve texts, emails, voicemails, photos, and any documents that may be relevant.
- Locate booking paperwork, citations, bond conditions, or any notice from the court.
- Write down names, badge numbers, dates, and times while details are fresh.
- Avoid contacting anyone listed as a witness or alleged victim.
- Call defense counsel before responding to follow up requests or interview invitations.
Release conditions in Collin County can include check ins, travel limits, and no contact orders. Missing a date or breaking a condition can trigger new charges and a tougher bond. Quiet, careful action in the first 24 hours protects your record, your reputation, and your options.
Federal, White-Collar, and High-Visibility Defense in North Texas
Federal investigations rarely arrive with warning. By the time most professionals realize they are a target, agents have already issued subpoenas, executed search warrants, pulled financial records, and presented evidence to a grand jury.
Digital trails, emails, banking data, and device forensics often drive these cases more than witness testimony. Careers, board seats, licenses, and public reputation are on the line from day one.
The U.S. Sentencing Commission reports 114 federal fraud, theft, and embezzlement sentencings in the Northern District of Texas in FY 2024, with a 33-month mean sentence. Those numbers reflect what is at stake when federal prosecutors move forward.
Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. is built for this terrain. Our in-house investigation team analyzes forensic and financial evidence from day one, rather than waiting weeks for outside vendors.
Our in-house reputation management works in parallel, controlling media exposure and protecting the client’s professional standing while the legal defense unfolds. For executives, physicians, public figures, and other high-visibility clients, that dual-track approach is the difference between a defense and a true crisis response.
About Barbieri Law Firm, P.C.
Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. has defended clients in serious criminal matters across Texas since 2000. The firm focuses on high-stakes, high-visibility cases where a client’s freedom, career, and reputation are all at risk.
Founder Heather Barbieri is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a credential held by under 1% of Texas attorneys. She earned the certification in 2005 and has been recertified every five years since.
The team behind her brings 55+ cumulative years of criminal defense experience, including in-house investigators and reputation management support that most firms simply do not offer.
Defense at this level is not a solo act. Attorneys, investigators, and strategists work the case together from day one, building timelines, pressure-testing the state’s evidence, and preparing for trial from the start. That team-based approach is how the firm handles cases where the stakes leave no room for guesswork.
Our Process For Frisco Clients
1. Confidential Case Review
We start with a private consultation to hear the facts, understand what is at stake, and answer your questions directly.
2. Immediate Risk Assessment
We identify exposure points fast: charges likely to be filed, collateral consequences, professional licensing risk, and media risk.
3. In-House Investigation
Our embedded investigator goes to work day one, reconstructing timelines, pulling digital and forensic evidence, and pressure-testing the state’s narrative.
4. Evidence and Timeline Review
We map every fact, witness, and document into a clear timeline so nothing the prosecution holds catches us flat-footed.
5. Defense Strategy and Motion Planning
The team builds the legal strategy, files motions to suppress or dismiss where warranted, and prepares the strongest position before key court dates.
6. Negotiation or Trial Preparation
When a favorable resolution is possible, we negotiate hard. When trial is the right path, we prepare to win in front of a jury.
7. Reputation and Record Strategy
Our in-house reputation team manages narrative, media, and post-case record relief so your professional and personal life are protected long after the courtroom.
Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Defense
If the police call and ask me to come in for a “voluntary interview” before any charges are filed, should I just go and explain my side?
No. A voluntary interview is rarely as voluntary as it sounds, and detectives are trained to build a case during that conversation, not hear you out. Anything you say can be used against you, even statements you believe help your defense. In Texas, you have the right to decline and to have counsel present for any questioning.
How long does the prosecution have to file formal charges against me in Texas after an arrest?
Texas statutes of limitations vary by offense. Most misdemeanors carry a two-year limit, many felonies fall between three and ten years, and some offenses, such as murder and certain sex crimes, have no limit at all.
Can a criminal record from a Texas arrest be sealed or expunged if my case is dismissed or I’m found not guilty?
Yes, in many cases. Texas allows expunction (Chapter 55 of the Code of Criminal Procedure) for arrests that did not result in conviction, including dismissals, acquittals, and no-bills by a grand jury. Certain deferred adjudication outcomes qualify for an order of nondisclosure rather than full expunction.
What’s the difference between hiring a board certified criminal defense attorney versus a general practice lawyer for a serious felony?
Board Certification in Criminal Law through the Texas Board of Legal Specialization is held by under one percent of attorneys in the state. It requires substantial trial experience, peer review, and a rigorous exam covering Texas and federal criminal law. Heather Barbieri has held this certification since 2005 and has been recertified every five years.
If I’m under federal investigation but haven’t been charged, is there anything my lawyer can actually do at this stage?
Yes, and this is often the most important phase. Federal cases are built quietly over months or years, and by the time an indictment drops, the government has already shaped its narrative. A defense attorney can engage with prosecutors, respond to grand jury subpoenas strategically, protect privileged materials, and sometimes persuade the government to decline charges entirely.
Will my employer, professional license board, or the media find out about my arrest in Frisco or Plano?
Arrest records in Texas are generally public, and booking information often appears in county jail logs within hours. Local outlets and online aggregators sometimes pick up high-profile arrests quickly. Many professional licensing boards (medical, legal, financial, real estate) require self-reporting within a set window, often before the case resolves.
What happens at my first court appearance after being arrested in Collin or Denton County?
The first appearance, often called a magistration or arraignment, typically happens within 48 hours of arrest. A magistrate reads the charges, sets bond, and informs you of your rights. You will not enter a plea or argue the case at this stage.
Should I post about my case on social media or talk to friends about what happened if I know I’m innocent?
No. Prosecutors and investigators routinely review social media, text messages, and statements made to friends or coworkers. Even innocent comments can be twisted into evidence of motive, consciousness of guilt, or witness tampering. Group chats and DMs are not private once they are subpoenaed.
Areas We Serve in Frisco, Texas
- Frisco Square
- The Rail District/Downtown Frisco
- Stonebriar
- Starwood
- Plantation Resort
- Panther Creek
- Phillips Creek Ranch
- Newman Village
- The Trails
- Lone Star Ranch
- Frisco Lakes
- Grayhawk
- Heritage Lakes
- Chapel Creek
- Shaddock Creek Estates
- Richwoods
- Edgestone at Legacy
- Hollyhock
- The Grove Frisco
- Lexington Country
What Client Say About Working With Barbieri Law Firm
“From the top down everyone here is professional and 100% engaged in assisting you and fighting for you until the end.” – Sailingman
This points to the team-based defense model. Investigators, attorneys, and support staff work the case together rather than in silos.
“She was extremely helpful through the whole process as I was clueless on what to do and felt I had nowhere to turn.” – Nikhil Patel
This speaks to the firm’s empathy during a crisis. Clients facing the unknown receive direct guidance and steady communication.
“Their approach to my son’s case was perfect. The entire team helped to keep our minds at ease throughout the whole process.” – Lisa Greenberg
This reflects the concierge-level access families rely on. Limited caseloads allow consistent updates and discretion.
“Highly skilled and ethical advocates who will fight tirelessly for their clients.” – Angelica Cogliano
Peer recognition from another defense attorney underscores the firm’s reputation in the legal community.
Local Resources in Frisco, TX
- Frisco Municipal Court
- Frisco Municipal Court Case Records Request
- Frisco Police Department
- Frisco Police Records Division
- Frisco City Jail
- Collin County Online Judicial Search/Case Information
- Collin County District Clerk
- Collin County District Clerk Criminal Division
- Collin County Detention Facility
- Collin County Community Supervision and Corrections Department
- Collin County Indigent Defense Office
- Collin County Criminal District Attorney’s Office
- Denton County District Clerk
- Denton County District Clerk Criminal Department
- Denton County County Clerk Courts Division
- Denton County Jail/Inmate Services & Visitation
- Denton County Community Supervision & Corrections Department
- Denton County Indigent Defense / Court-Appointed Attorney Request
- Denton County Justice Administration
- Texas Indigent Defense Commission
Call Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. for Criminal Defense in Frisco
If you are facing a serious criminal allegation in Frisco, do not wait to get counsel. The earlier our team engages, the more options we have to shape the investigation, protect your reputation, and prepare a trial-ready defense.
Contact Barbieri Law Firm, P.C. to request a confidential consultation. Call us today. Every conversation is private, and every case is handled with the discretion the stakes demand.
