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Criminal Defense Attorney Keith Gore of Gore Law, PLLC, focuses on defending individuals facing serious criminal allegations—particularly cases where accusations carry personal and family consequences. While many of the cases he handles involve accusations that affect family relationships or related family-court matters, he also represents clients in stand-alone criminal cases where no family law proceedings are involved. With nearly three decades of experience as a prosecutor, criminal defense attorney, and former municipal court judge, Keith understands how criminal charges, protective orders, and family-court proceedings can intersect and influence one another.
These situations require careful strategy. Decisions made in a criminal case can affect custody, property rights, and long-term family stability. Keith works to defend against criminal allegations while anticipating how each step may affect related family matters, providing clear guidance and focused representation aimed at protecting your freedom, your family relationships, and your future.
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Texas attorney Keith Gore began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Dallas County. He later became a criminal defense attorney, and has become sought after for his unique experience in cases that involve both criminal and family law issues. Keith is known for his dedication to his clients, as well as his discretion on their behalf.
As early as possible. Arrests, protective orders, CPS contact, and pre-charge investigations are all situations where early guidance can prevent mistakes and preserve options.
In many cases, a protective order hearing occurs before formal criminal charges are filed. This can create an early opportunity to evaluate the allegations, question the complainant, and examine how the claims are being presented.
Handled carefully, this stage can expose weaknesses, clarify timelines, and lay important groundwork for defending any later prosecution.
Only a court can modify or dissolve a protective order. Even if the protected person wants the order lifted, it remains fully enforceable until a judge signs an order changing it.
No. A protective order restricts the respondent’s conduct, regardless of who initiates contact. Even if the protected person texts, calls, or invites communication, responding can still be alleged as a violation if the order prohibits contact.
Only a court can change the terms of a protective order.