Don Bodenhamer Law Firm - Fort Worth, TX

Over Four Decades of Fierce Criminal Defense in Tarrant County

When criminal accusations threaten your liberty and livelihood, you cannot afford passive legal representation. In the Texas criminal court system, prosecutors begin constructing cases the moment an arrest occurs. Founded in 1982, Don Bodenhamer Law Firm delivers the seasoned courtroom experience, sharp strategic analysis, and unyielding dedication required to fight back. Attorney Don Bodenhamer has stood as a pillar of Fort Worth's legal community for over forty years, trying hundreds of criminal matters from misdemeanor traffic offenses to capital murder. Practicing in collaboration with the Law Offices of Gill and Brissette, he combines trial tactics with digital forensics analysis. If you need to hire an attorney who commands respect in local courts, our firm provides the formidable defense you need.

Felony and Misdemeanor Criminal Defense Advocacy

The consequences of a Texas criminal conviction extend far beyond jail time, carrying lifelong stigmas that destroy professional licenses, employment prospects, and educational opportunities. As a seasoned criminal defense lawyer, Don Bodenhamer approaches every charge with meticulous investigative scrutiny, challenging unlawful police stops, defective search warrants, and procedural constitutional violations. Whether negotiating an outright dismissal, securing a pretrial diversion, or arguing before a jury, our legal team fights tirelessly to safeguard your future. We defend clients facing a wide range of charges, including:

• Violent crime defense, including capital murder, manslaughter, and aggravated assault
• Domestic violence charges, assault family violence, and protective order violations
• Drug crime defense, including narcotics possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and prescription fraud
• Theft and burglary defense, including grand larceny, armed robbery, and white-collar fraud
• Weapon offenses, unlawful carrying of a handgun, and felon in possession of a firearm
• Probation violations, community supervision revocations, and bond reduction hearings

DWI Defense, Traffic Violations, and Digital Forensics

Driving while intoxicated charges in Tarrant County are prosecuted aggressively, often relying on chemical blood tests and breathalyzers that are vulnerable to error. As an experienced dui and dwi defense lawyer, Don Bodenhamer exposes flaws in the state's evidence. In conjunction with cutting-edge digital forensics capabilities, we scrutinize electronic evidence, cellphone data, and dashcam footage to uncover the truth. If you need an attorney urgently following a drunk driving arrest, our team responds immediately across matters such as:

• First-time DWI charges, repeat felony DWI offenses, and intoxication assault defense
• Intoxication manslaughter defense and alcohol-related vehicular fatalities
• Administrative License Revocation hearings and driver's license suspension defense
• Traffic ticket defense, commercial driver license violations, and reckless driving charges
• Digital evidence extraction, cellphone forensics, and video surveillance analysis
• Expunction of arrest records and petitions for orders of nondisclosure

Juvenile Defense and Compassionate Legal Counsel

Young people make mistakes, but a youthful lapse in judgment should never derail an entire future. Don Bodenhamer is widely recognized for his work in juvenile law, guiding minors and families through delinquency proceedings with empathy and fierce protection. Choosing to consult a lawyer early in a criminal investigation often means the difference between a dismissal and a permanent criminal record. Our office is accessible twenty-four hours a day because legal crises do not keep business hours. When you need to find a lawyer who pairs unmatched experience with dedication to your freedom, contact Don Bodenhamer Law Firm in Fort Worth to claim your free consultation today.