Criminal Defense Case Results in Texas

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Failure to stop and render aid

Allegations

The client was arrested after rear-ending another vehicle and initially failing to stop. The passenger in the other car sustained minor injuries. The client had consumed alcohol earlier in the day, had not eaten, and was on medication that affected digestion.

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DWI B/DWI 1st

Allegations

The individual was arrested for DWI with an open container after being stopped for making a wide turn. The client admitted to drinking but refused a breath test. The client had no prior offenses.

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DWI B/DWI 1st

Allegations

The individual was arrested after being pulled over in a rental car. The officer observed an open wine bottle. The client failed field sobriety testing but refused a breath or blood test.

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Open Container of Alcohol

Allegations

The individual was pulled over for speeding. The officer observed an open container being moved in the car. Field sobriety tests were conducted, and small amounts of marijuana were found in the trunk — no charges were filed for marijuana due to insufficient quantity.

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Misdemeanor Theft

Allegations

The client was arrested on a warrant that was issued for an attempted theft charge in 2013. The client was completely unaware of the outstanding warrant or charges. The client had two prior convictions, one for marijuana possession in 1994 and the other for assault family violence in 2000.

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DWI >.15

Allegations

The individual was arrested after a 911 call reported reckless driving. The client admitted to consuming alcohol, performed field sobriety tests, and consented to a blood test showing BAC above .15. Open container found in vehicle. No prior offenses.

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DWI 3rd

Allegations

The client was arrested for DWI after a traffic stop for swerving. The client refused field sobriety testing and a blood test. The client was on parole at the time for a burglary offense.

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POM

Allegations

The client was arrested after being pulled over for a taillight violation. The officer claimed to smell marijuana, leading to a search that uncovered illegal substances. The client admitted possession after another passenger was arrested.

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DWI >.15

Allegations

The individual was pulled over at 1 a.m. for dim brake lights and speeding. The client was arrested after comple field sobriety tests and a breath test.

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Obscured License Plate

Allegations

The client was charged after a traffic stop for speeding and reckless driving. A further investigation revealed drug paraphernalia and an obscured license plate.

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POCS felony

Allegations

The client was arrested at a gas station after being found behind the wheel of the vehicle with the engine off. The client said he had stopped at the gas station to call for a ride and use the restroom, and was waiting for his ride to arrive.

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Assault Family Violence misd.

Allegations

The individual was arrested following an argument in a car after drinking. Allegations of dragging were made, but the individual denied any wrongdoing. The client had a prior ticket for theft.