Consequences of a felony conviction in Texas

In addition to possible fines and imprisonment, there are long-term, even life-long, consequences to a felony conviction in Texas:

1.   Loss of the right to possess firearms or ammunition.

2.  Possible restrictions on foreign travel, including revocation of a passport.

3.  Loss of the right to vote and serve on a jury.

4.  Loss of, or ineligibility for, licenses for professional or otherwise regulated employment, such as:


Lawyers
Doctors, dentists, nurses, opticians, physical therapists
Psychaitrists, sychologists, clinical social workers, certain types of counselors,
Veterinarians
Barbers and cosmetologists
Construction workers such as plumbers, electricians, HVAC, irrigation, fire protection
Certified public accountants (CPA)
Insurance agents
Private security such as watchmen or security guards
Pawnbrokers
Bail bondsman
Real estate brokers, appraisers, salesmen

These are just some of the licenses which can be denied a person with a prior felony conviction.

5.  Dismissal or exclusion from employment by state or local government offices.

6.  Dismissal or exclusion from private-sector employment.

7.  Ineligibility for student loans or grants (drug convictions).

8.  Ineligibility to volunteer for charitable organizations (Boy Scouts, Little League, etc.).

9.  Difficulty leasing an apartment or house.

10.  Social problems resulting from your reputation being damaged by a public record for a felony.

11.  Forfeiture of assets, especially in drug cases.

12.  Immigration consequences, if one is not a citizen, including deportation, exclusion and denial of naturalization.

13.  Loss of driver's license for drug cases and certain other crimes. 

14.  Loss of the right to hold public office.

15.  Consequences related to child custody.   


This list is not all-inclusive, and there are other disabilities and difficulties that can and probably will arise from a felony conviction.    

You need a lawyer who can help you avoid these consequences.