Criminal Defense Case Results

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Bexar County, County Court-at-Law 14

Allegations

After a multi-vehicle crash, officers arrested our client for DWI and documented an open container in the vehicle. We dug into the police paperwork and crash details, focusing on how the investigation was conducted and the fact there were no reported injuries or added charges from the wreck. We highlighted the ambiguity around who possessed the container and pressed the state on proof of impairment versus accident dynamics. Through negotiation, the case resolved in a plea to probation, allowing the client to complete terms in the community.

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Possession of Marijuana

Location

Waller County

Allegations

During a traffic stop in Waller County, the client was charged with possession of marijuana. He acknowledged a single pre-rolled item, and officers later claimed a small bag was found near the patrol car after he had already been searched and secured. We obtained patrol video and reports, traced the sequence of searches, and underscored the gap in proving knowing possession. We also provided documentation of the client’s enrollment in the state’s compassionate use program. Faced with these issues, the prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Terroristic Threat

Location

Bell County, CC2

Allegations

Following a volatile family dispute, our client was accused of making a terroristic threat after sending a message that included a gun photo and threatening language. We obtained the digital records, evaluated how strongly the state could link the message to our client, and advised on trial risk. We then engaged the prosecutor and pushed for a non-conviction outcome, emphasizing mitigation and future no-contact. The state reduced its position to deferred adjudication for 12 months with early termination after six. The client accepted, keeping a conviction off the record.

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Minor in Possession of Alcohol

Location

Galveston County, Galveston Municipal Court of Record

Allegations

After a store incident, officers cited our client for minor in possession of alcohol and released them on a citation. We stepped in early, confirmed an attorney-only docket, and engaged the prosecutor. We secured a pretrial intervention requiring an online alcohol awareness course and 12 hours of community service, with no personal court appearance. We guided the client through the paperwork and submission of certificates. Once everything was completed, the prosecutor dismissed the case.

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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.

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Theft (Class C)

Location

Galveston County, Galveston Municipal Court of Record

Allegations

After a store incident where items were switched at checkout, loss prevention stopped the client as they exited and police issued a Class C theft citation. We got involved promptly, entered an appearance so the client would not have to attend court, and highlighted that this was a low-value matter with no prior history. At the first setting we opened negotiations with the prosecutor, emphasized the circumstances and the client’s cooperation, and pressed for a non-conviction result. The state agreed and dismissed the theft case.

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Driving While License Invalid (With Prior)

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

Police stopped our client during a routine patrol and cited them for driving while license invalid, enhanced by a prior. The suspension traced back to an older alcohol-related case, with DPS holds for SR-22 and an interlock requirement. We pulled the DPS record, confirmed what blocked reinstatement, and coordinated SR-22 filing and proof of interlock compliance. After working with DPS, we secured a temporary valid license and full eligibility. We presented that documentation to the prosecutor and argued dismissal in light of complete compliance. The case was dismissed.

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DWI - Second Offense

Location

Williamson County, CCL5

Allegations

After a stop for speeding, our client was arrested for a second DWI following drinks at a bar while watching a game. Officers conducted roadside tests, and a later breath test registered well above .15. There was no crash, and the prior DWI was from many years earlier. We moved quickly to request the license hearing, obtained police reports, dash and body camera video, and breath-test maintenance records, and helped protect driving privileges with an interlock plan. With mitigation and focused negotiations, we secured a probationary outcome.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Tarrant County, County Criminal Court No. 3

Allegations

After a single-vehicle crash with no other motorists involved, the client was arrested for a first-time DWI. They attempted field sobriety tests but could not complete them due to knee problems, and a blood sample was taken at the jail several hours later. Our team obtained the video and reports, emphasized the post-accident condition and medical limitations, and challenged the reliability of a delayed blood draw. When a new prosecutor took over, we pressed these weaknesses. The state agreed to reduce the charge, and the client received straight probation on the lesser offense.

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Assault - Family Violence (Strangulation)

Location

Harris County, 248th DC

Allegations

Police arrested our client after a domestic dispute in a room where the complainant later alleged choking. From the outset, accounts did not line up, with her statements changing between reports and no visible injuries noted. We compiled call logs, texts, and social media messages showing she repeatedly contacted the client despite being told to stop. She also signed an affidavit of non-prosecution, which we presented. After we highlighted those credibility issues and the absence of key body camera footage, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Public Lewdness

Location

Travis County, CCL5

Allegations

After consensual activity in a parked car at a residential parking garage, police detained the client and filed a public lewdness charge. Our team demanded the reports and body camera footage and examined the officer narratives line by line. We challenged whether the location and visibility actually fit the statute and made clear we were prepared to litigate. At the same time, we directed the client to take an online cognitive education course to demonstrate accountability. With that mitigation and our evidentiary challenges on the table, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court of Appeals No. 2

Allegations

After a minor crash, officers arrived and began a DWI investigation. The client declined roadside tests and a breath sample, and a blood draw was later taken. We obtained the reports and video, examined the crash narrative and the blood draw paperwork, and pressed the state on gaps in proof of intoxication. We highlighted the client’s lack of prior history and the evidentiary issues in negotiations. The prosecution agreed to reduce the charge, and we secured a deferred probation resolution.