If you've been charged with any crime, you know that the stakes are high and the outcome could be grim. You need counsel from an attorney who knows his way around the court room — an attorney who has the experience, knowledge and drive to put your best interests and needs first in making sure justice is done. For more than 27 years, that's what Kevin L. Collins has given clients across the state of Texas and the streets of San Antonio. For charges ranging from graffiti to embezzlement, and from a DWI on the way home on Saturday night to violations of federal law, the law office of Kevin L. Collins, P.C. can help. Life isn't like Law & Order — if you're up against the police, you need the talent and knowledge Kevin L. Collins can provide. Mr. Collins, Board Certified in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, is the principal of the firm and is a member of the Criminal Law Section of the San Antonio Bar Association. He is a former federal law clerk and state prosecutor. He holds the highest rating awarded to lawyers from prestigious Martindale Hubbell, an "AV," and has also been awarded the highest rating under the AVVO system, a 10.0. The "AV" rating is only bestowed on lawyers of preeminent legal ability based on confidential information received from judges and fellow attorneys. His offices feature a federal and state library, as well as facilities for computerized legal research. The practice areas of the firm are concentrated in State and Federal criminal litigation. Mr. Collins has handled hundreds of trial and plea negotiations in all levels of Texas federal and state courts. He also has extensive appellate experience in state and federal courts, including federal habeas corpus proceedings