Houston Criminal Defense Lawyer

Thank you for visiting my website. My name is J. Julio Vela, and I handle trials and appeals in all Federal, Misdemeanor, and Felony criminal cases. If you would like to set up an appointment to discuss your case at my office please call me at the number provided on your screen, or submit a request via the "contact us" box. I am located in downtown Houston, as well as Corpus Christi.

Browse around my site to get familiar with the criminal defense services my office provides. If you have some preliminary questions, click on "VELA BLOG" to the left and you may find some answers you are looking for.

My office serves the Greater Houston and Corpus Christi area including: Harris County, Fort Bend County, Galveston County, Brazoria County, & Nueces County. Texas wide representation on case by case basis.

Office Visits are by Appointment Only -

Located Downtown Houston, 1217 Prairie, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77584

Satellite office in Corpus Christi

Criminal Defense Practice Areas:

Murder, Criminal Conspiracy, Violation of Protective Orders, Criminal Solicitation, Arson, Manslaughter, Criminal Mischief, Criminally Negligent Homicide, Robbery, Sexual Offenses, Aggravated Robbery, Assault, Burglary, Aggravated Assault (deadly weapon), Theft, Driving While Intoxicated, Driving Under the Influence, Deadly Conduct, Forgery, Terroristic Threats, Fraud, Harassment, Bribery, Computer Crimes, Money Laundering, Insurance Fraud, Medicaid/Medicare Fraud, Retaliation, Resisting Arrest, Evading, Escape, Bail Issues, Probation Issues, Disorderly Conduct, Riot, Stalking, Dog Fighting, Weapon Crimes, Gambling, Public Intoxication, Intoxication Assault, Intoxication Manslaughter, Controlled Substance Crimes, Manufacture of Drugs, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Controlled Substances, Distribution of Controlled Substances, Possession of Marijuana, Distribution of Marijuana, DWI/DUI drunk driving, drug crimes, and all other criminal charges