Criminal Defense Case Results

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Tarrant County, CCC6

Allegations

Our client was stopped for speeding and cited for reckless driving, then arrested for DWI. The officer had them perform field sobriety tests outside in cold conditions while wearing sandals, which affected balance and coordination. The individual initially refused a blood draw, and only after a warrant was obtained was blood taken several hours later. We reviewed body and dash camera footage, challenged the reliability of the roadside tests given the conditions, and highlighted the delay before blood collection. We also used the administrative license hearing to question the basis for the stop and arrest. Faced with these issues, the prosecution agreed to reduce the charge.

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Minor in Possession of Tobacco

Location

Rockwall County, Rockwall Municipal Court

Allegations

After a brief street encounter with officers on an unrelated matter, the client received a citation for minor in possession of a tobacco product. Our team obtained the report and bodycam, scrutinized how the item was discovered, whether it could be tied to the client, and whether the product met the statute. We also verified age documentation and the accuracy of the officer’s observations. We presented those weaknesses to the prosecutor and made clear we were ready to litigate. The charge was dismissed.

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 8

Allegations

Following a single vehicle crash, responding officers alleged the individual unlawfully carried a firearm associated with the vehicle. We secured the police reports and evidence, mapped the timeline of how the firearm was found, and examined whether the search and handling complied with the law. We also analyzed possession and location details against the statutory elements. The issues we identified left the state without reliable proof. Facing these problems and our readiness to litigate, the prosecutor dismissed the case.

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DWI - Second Offense

Location

Collin County, CCL7

Allegations

During a traffic stop for a moving violation, officers suspected intoxication. The client declined a roadside breath test, completed field sobriety tests, and was arrested. A blood sample was later taken under a warrant. We quickly requested the ALR hearing to protect driving privileges, examined the basis for the stop and the administration of the tests and blood draw, and dealt with bond conditions, including ignition interlock compliance. Citing the prior offense being years earlier and clean compliance, we secured straight probation.

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Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Location

Travis County, 450th District Court

Allegations

Police arrested our client after a domestic argument involving alcohol, alleging a pair of scissors was used as a deadly weapon. We got in early, tracked the grand jury setting, and pushed for complete discovery. While the client entered treatment and followed bond conditions, we reviewed the reports and recordings as they were produced. Our review exposed weak proof on how the alleged weapon was used and raised serious questions about the reliability of the initial account. We presented those issues and mitigation to the prosecutor, and the state dismissed the case.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Bexar County, CCL6

Allegations

After a late-night collision, police suspected DWI and the client was taken to a hospital. No roadside field sobriety tests were conducted, and a blood draw was obtained while the client received treatment. We gathered the reports and crash file, scrutinized the limited impairment observations and the medical blood draw procedures, and pressed those weaknesses in negotiations. We also advocated for a case-appropriate diversion track. After the client satisfied the program requirements, prosecutors dismissed the case.

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DWI (BAC Over .15)

Location

Travis County, CCL7

Allegations

Police contacted our client after the vehicle had already been parked, then conducted roadside tests and later obtained a breath result well over .15. We pulled the videos and reports, challenged whether the state could prove operation at the moment of contact, and pressed the officer's account at the license hearing. After all evidence arrived, the stop and the high breath score made trial riskier than the benefit. We applied for a diversion program, but it was denied due to the level reported. Leveraging the client's compliance, classes, and interlock usage, we negotiated deferred adjudication to avoid a conviction.

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Stalking

Location

Harris County, 179th DC

Allegations

Our client discovered a felony stalking warrant tied to a former dating partner who lived nearby. He reported recent invited visits and messages that did not match the accusation. We pulled the report, secured months of texts, call logs and a recording that undermined prior claims, and obtained records showing the complainant had made similar allegations against another person that did not hold up. We built a clear timeline showing mutual, consensual contact and no threats. We confronted the prosecutor with the contradictions and prepared to litigate if needed. Faced with the credibility problems, the state dismissed the case.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Bexar County, County Court-at-Law 1

Allegations

A patrol stop for speeding and failure to maintain a lane led to a DWI arrest. An old, empty can was seen in the door, the client struggled on field sobriety tests, and a breath sample registered about 0.13. We secured the dash and body camera videos and dissected the basis for the stop and the testing. At the same time, we built a mitigation package with DWI education, a victim impact panel, and character letters to show accountability. After sustained negotiations, the prosecution agreed to reduce the case to a lesser charge.

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Assault - Family Violence by Strangulation

Location

Dallas County, Criminal District Court No. 4

Allegations

Police responded to a report from hotel staff after an argument between partners. The complainant alleged strangulation, but our client reported being struck first and said he only used his hands to push away. Officers later arrested him without taking a statement, and the file contained no injury photos or client statement. We documented the self-defense account, relayed that the complainant did not wish to prosecute, and pressed the State on the lack of corroboration to prove breath impediment. The prosecution dismissed the case.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Bexar County, CCL6

Allegations

The client was on misdemeanor probation when the state filed a motion to revoke alleging they drove without a valid license and used a vehicle without the required ignition interlock, along with a reported lockout event. We reviewed the motion, counseled immediate compliance, and built a record of corrective steps, including reinstating the license and completing outstanding conditions. We compiled documentation and engaged the prosecutor with a clear plan for continued compliance. The state dismissed the case.

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DWI - Third Offense

Location

Bexar County, 227th District Court

Allegations

Our client was arrested on a third DWI. After refusing a breath test, officers obtained a warrant and a blood sample was taken. We engaged early, gathered the police reports and the warrant affidavit, and pressed for the blood records. We scrutinized the warrant and collection steps, highlighted the age of the prior cases, and noted delays in the lab process while preparing to challenge admissibility. With that leverage, we negotiated a plea to straight probation, keeping the client out of prison.