Cody L. Cofer - Fort Worth, TX

Double Board-Certified Criminal Defense and Jail Release in Fort Worth

When an unexpected arrest happens, time is your most precious asset. Cody L. Cofer is one of the rare Texas criminal lawyers holding dual board certifications by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law. A qualification held by less than one percent of licensed attorneys across the state, this credential reflects extraordinary mastery in state and federal criminal jurisprudence. Founded in 2011, his Fort Worth criminal defense practice defends clients across Tarrant, Dallas, Parker, and Denton counties. A former prosecutor in Henderson County, a former Assistant Federal Public Defender in the Northern District of Texas, and an adjunct professor at Texas A&M University School of Law, Cody Cofer brings elite trial techniques and analytical rigor to every courtroom encounter. When individuals need a defense attorney in fort worth with proven courtroom toughness, this firm provides relentless advocacy.

Urgent 24/7 Jail Release and Bond Reductions

Being detained in the Tarrant County jail, Fort Worth city jail, or Mansfield detention facility is overwhelming for both the accused and their families. Cody Cofer operates with around-the-clock responsiveness to secure prompt jail release and protect clients during critical early questioning:

• Immediate Attorney Jail Visits: Conducting in-person jail consultations within twenty-four hours to advise detainees and ensure police do not elicit coerced statements.
• Writ of Habeas Corpus Bonds: Filing emergency writs before magistrate courts to establish reasonable bail amounts without waiting for delayed formal docketing.
• Bond Reduction Hearings: Presenting compelling community ties and financial evidence to lower exorbitant bail bonds set in felony and misdemeanor cases.
• Fast-Track Release Procedures: Coordinating with pretrial services and licensed bondsmen to minimize time spent behind bars.

Assault, Family Violence, and Aggravated Violence Defense

Assault charges in Texas carry severe immediate and lifelong consequences, including emergency protective orders, loss of firearms ownership, and permanent damage to family relationships. Having handled hundreds of assault allegations, Cody Cofer defends against continuous family violence, choking allegations, and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He aggressively examines 911 audio recordings, uncovers motives for fabricated claims during divorces, and presents exonerating defense evidence to grand juries to secure no-bills.

High-Stakes Federal Criminal Defense Representation

Federal prosecutions involve vast agency resources from the FBI, DEA, ATF, and Homeland Security Investigations. Having tried numerous federal jury trials as an Assistant Federal Public Defender, attorney Cofer excels in defending white-collar fraud, federal drug trafficking conspiracies, weapons offenses, and public corruption charges in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas.

Board-Certified Criminal Appellate Advocacy

If a conviction or adverse ruling has occurred, board-certified appellate experience can make all the difference. Cody Cofer has briefed and argued complex criminal appeals before the Second Court of Appeals in Fort Worth, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, overturning unlawful convictions and unconstitutional sentences.

Why Clients Trust Cody L. Cofer When Freedom Is at Risk

Selected to Texas Super Lawyers and holding an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, Cody Cofer approaches defense with strategic discipline rather than empty bravado. If you or a family member face arrest or felony indictment, call Cody L. Cofer today to schedule an immediate consultation and start building your defense.