Criminal Lawyers for Veterans
Criminal Defense for Justice-Involved Veterans
The term “Justice-Involved Veterans” refers to former service members who have been arrested, charged, and/or imprisoned within the criminal justice system.
More than half of these individuals suffer from mental health issues related to their service, like PTSD or substance abuse problems. Finding alternatives to incarceration for justice-involved veterans is a priority for SKJM and an area of niche expertise for SKJM partner Judge Marc C. Carter (Ret.).
Judge Carter is a veteran. He understands the challenges veterans face and has received national recognition for his commitment to criminal justice reform for justice-involved veterans. Judge Carter created the first Veterans Treatment Court program in Texas and continues to advocate for mental health and drug treatment options as alternatives to incarceration for justice-involved veterans. His court was featured on CBS’s “60 Minutes” and PBS’s “Need To Know.”
If you are a veteran under investigation or facing criminal charges, contact SKJM Law Firm based in Houston, TX. Our experience defending justice-involved veterans and advocating for alternatives to incarceration could make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. Call SKJM Law Firm for legal consultation at 713-228-8500