In 1988, Henry Wade was licensed by the State Bar of Texas and he’s also a member of the Dallas Bar Association, State Bar of Texas, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serving as an assistant district attorney in Dallas and Bell counties from 1989 to 1991, Wade was the felony prosecutor in over 100 jury trials, including murder, aggravated robbery and drug distribution, and from 1995 to 1998, he served as judge of County Criminal Court No.1 in Dallas County. Since 2007, Wade has been a member of The Wade Law Firm, as a general trial attorney with an emphasis on criminal litigation at both the state and federal levels. He is qualified as an expert witness and has testified in criminal law matters.
Why You Should Consult a Lawyer
Three reasons why having an experienced lawyer on your side can help you win your case.
What Are Your Constitutional Rights?
As a citizen, you are protected by the Constitution. It is important that you understand some of the rights that have been put in place on your behalf.
Why Are You Read Your Rights?
Learn more about why police officers must read you your rights, and what it means for you if they don’t.
Understanding the Miranda Warning
An explanation of the landmark Supreme Court ruling that changed the way arrests are made.
The Difference Between Being Detained and Arrested
Although mistakenly used interchangeably, there is a distinct difference between being arrested and being detained.
What is a Statute of Limitations?
A guide to understanding a statute of limitations and how it applies to certain crimes and cases.
Understanding Bail Procedures
Defining bail, how it is set and the factors that go into deciding its monetary amount.
How Do You Expunge Something From Your Criminal Record?
The process of determining your eligibility for expungement, and clearing your criminal record.
What is Deferred Adjudication?
If you are facing a criminal charge in Texas, read on to learn about the options you have besides accepting a guilty verdict.
Taped Witness Testimony
Although rare, sometimes taping a witness’s testimony or using closed-circuit TV may be necessary.
Television’s Effect on Juries
Learn more about how popular crime shows have effected the judicial system.
How Can You be Prosecuted For a Hoax?
Find out how making false claims to the police, or interfering with federal transportation can land you behind bars.
What Are White Collar Crimes?
Definitions and examples of the types of crimes usually associated with business men.
What is Forgery?
A guide to forgery, how it is prosecuted and some real life examples.
What is Extortion?
A guide to extortion and how it is prosecuted as well as a few examples.
Using Counterfeit Money
Learn how the government is keeping up with advances in technology to prevent the use of counterfeit money.
What is Tax Evasion?
Three common examples of tax evasion and how the IRS investigates possible suspects.
What is Insurance Fraud?
Learn how insurance fraud affects you, regardless of if you commit the crime.
What Are Examples of Insurance Fraud?
Read on to discover some of the common ways that criminals try to gain money through insurance fraud.
What is Insider Trading?
Understanding legal and illegal insider tradings, and how the SEC works to patrol the stock market.
