Criminal Defense Case Results

Charge

Theft - Class A or Class B Misdemeanor

Location

Harris County, CC8

Allegations

After a workplace dispute, our client was accused of theft when their former employer claimed proceeds from company event tickets were routed to a personal account, personal purchases appeared on a company card, and a work laptop was not returned. We obtained the complaint, the client’s repayment receipts, shipping proof for the equipment, and messages showing attempts to resolve the issue. Using that mitigation, we pressed the prosecutor and secured deferred adjudication, avoiding a conviction while the client completed probation terms.

Charge

Organized Retail Theft

Location

Harris County, CCL16

Allegations

The client was detained after a store incident involving three people and was charged with organized retail theft. We moved quickly, entered the case, and obtained the discovery to understand the evidence. Leveraging early cooperation, we negotiated a pretrial diversion requiring an anti-theft course, an effective decision-making class, and eight hours of community service. We coordinated enrollment, tracked progress, and submitted proof ahead of the next setting. The prosecutor dismissed the case.

Charge

Theft - Class A or Class B Misdemeanor

Location

Harris County, Court 14

Allegations

The client was arrested at a big-box retailer after a companion exited with a backpack containing low-value items. Loss prevention and an officer accused our client of acting as a lookout, even though no merchandise was found on them and they had been in separate parts of the store and waiting at customer service. After we were retained, we requested bodycam, reports, and the store’s surveillance. When the state first produced the wrong videos, we pressed for the correct files and time-stamped the footage. The recordings showed no coordination or handling by our client. Confronted with that, the prosecution dismissed the case.

Charge

Theft - Class A Misdemeanor

Location

Williamson County, CCL5

Allegations

After an eviction, the former tenant left bags of belongings in the home for weeks. Our client, the landlord, documented notices to retrieve the items, the utility transfer back, and receipts from a hauling company that removed the bags. When the tenant later accused theft and a warrant issued, we coordinated a safe surrender, secured release, and obtained the police file. We compiled the eviction judgment, communications, and timing to challenge intent and show the civil nature of the dispute. After continued pressure, we resolved it with a small restitution payment and the case was dismissed.

Charge

Credit Card Abuse

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

Prosecutors alleged the client made an unauthorized purchase using another person’s card. We got involved early, highlighted the client’s clean record, and opened a dialogue focused on restitution and accountability. After negotiating, the State agreed to dismiss if the client completed restitution, a written apology, community service, and an online course. We secured additional time, guided the client through each requirement, and compiled proof of completion. At the next setting, we presented everything and the State dismissed the case.

Charge

Aggravated Robbery

Location

Bexar County, 227th District Court

Allegations

Police arrested our client for aggravated robbery after a roadside encounter spiraled into a confrontation. The client reported being cut off, followed briefly to get a plate number, and captured video of the exchange before being chased and shot at. We obtained and presented that footage, engaged the investigating officer, and pressed the state on the lack of evidence supporting a robbery. When the complaining witness could not be produced, we set the matter to force a decision. The prosecution dismissed the charge.

Charge

Theft - Class C

Location

Dallas County, Mesquite Municipal Court

Allegations

Loss prevention at a retail store detained our client after staff suspected low-value items were taken and issued a Class C theft citation. We requested discovery, including the police report, the store's internal statement, and surveillance video, to assess the evidence. With no prior record and the minor nature of the allegation, we pressed for a resolution that protected the client's future. After negotiations, the prosecutor agreed to deferred adjudication. The client completed a brief compliance period, avoiding a conviction and keeping the matter off a permanent record.

Charge

Theft (Class C)

Location

Collin County, Richardson Municipal Court

Allegations

Police cited our client for Class C theft after a mix up in an apartment mailroom with a package under $100. Expecting a delivery, the client checked the packages, mistakenly took one, opened it, then notified management and returned it the next morning. We filed in, obtained the video and complaint, and argued the prompt return, clean history, and lack of intent while pressing for dismissal. Prosecutors would not agree. To avoid a conviction and protect immigration interests, we secured deferred adjudication with a brief probation term, limited community service, and a modest fine.

Charge

Organized Retail Theft (State Jail Felony)

Location

Harris County, 174th DC

Allegations

Police accused our client of organized retail theft after an undercover buy and a raid on a small electronics shop. Investigators claimed televisions with security devices tied the business to stolen goods and obtained a statement after prolonged questioning. We obtained the warrant, surveillance and interview video, and challenged the basis for the search and the voluntariness of the admission. We also gathered receipts showing lawful purchases and explained the client's lack of criminal history. The case resolved with deferred adjudication.

Charge

Theft - Class A or Class B Misdemeanor

Location

Collin County, County Court at Law 3

Allegations

Police detained our client after a store incident where staff reported clothing concealed and removed without payment. On contact with officers, the client immediately surrendered the merchandise and made a brief statement. We obtained the reports, emphasized the limited scope of the conduct and that all property was recovered. We compiled mitigation and leveraged the client’s immediate cooperation to push for a lesser grade resolution. The prosecution reduced the charge and the court credited time already served, closing the case.

Charge

Theft (State Jail Felony)

Location

Harris County, 232nd DC

Allegations

Our client was arrested for state jail felony theft after a check to a public agency allegedly bounced. We obtained the probable cause affidavit and scrutinized the paper trail, noting weak proof the client ever received a demand notice. We engaged the prosecutor quickly and advised the client not to make any payment until we secured protective terms. Once we negotiated a path that required verified restitution, we provided proof of payment. The state dismissed the case and all bond conditions were lifted.

Charge

Theft - Class A or Class B Misdemeanor

Location

Tarrant County, CCC2

Allegations

Loss prevention detained our client at a retail store for low value merchandise, and police filed a misdemeanor theft case. We were hired quickly, filed our letter of representation, and pressed for discovery, including surveillance video, receipts, and body camera footage. After reviewing the materials and our client’s clean history, we challenged the state’s ability to prove intent and value and made clear we were ready to litigate. Under that pressure, the prosecution dropped the case. The charge was dismissed.