Criminal Defense Case Results in Texas

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Tarrant County, CCC6

Allegations

Officers responded to a wellness check on a parked vehicle and found our client asleep, then initiated a DWI investigation. She denied drinking, admitted recent inhalant use, and a single canister was recovered. Field sobriety tests were unreliable given a documented neurological condition, and the blood draw occurred hours later, weakening any link to impairment while driving. We obtained the videos and medical records, challenged the refusal notation and the basis for the stop, and pressed the timing gaps. The state reduced the charge, and we secured deferred probation on the lesser offense.

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Assault - Family Violence (Class C)

Location

Ellis County, Midlothian Municipal Court

Allegations

After a tense family gathering at a residence, a verbal dispute escalated and our client briefly made non-injury contact with a relative. No arrest occurred that night, and a Class C citation was later issued based on statements taken afterward. We gathered the police reports, emphasized the minor nature of the contact, the lack of injury, and the after-the-fact investigation, and presented mitigating context. The client also completed a short counseling course at our direction. The prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence (Class C)

Location

Dallas County, Dallas Municipal Court

Allegations

An argument between two siblings escalated when a laptop was slammed shut and briefly fell near the complaining witness, who had been drinking. She called 911, and officers arrested our client for Class C family violence based on that initial report. We obtained the case file, documented that there were no injuries, and highlighted how alcohol and a family dispute led to a brief, disputed contact. We pressed those evidentiary weaknesses with the prosecutor and prepared to contest the charge. The state dismissed the case.

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Theft (Class A or Class B Misdemeanor)

Location

Fort Bend County, CCL2

Allegations

Police contacted our client near a retail area after a store reported that small personal items had been taken. The merchandise was recovered from the vehicle and returned, and the client, who had no prior record, was released on a personal bond. We requested the surveillance video, bodycam and offense report, and emphasized that there was no actual loss. We engaged the prosecutor early, presented mitigation and the client’s willingness to take corrective steps. The state dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Montgomery County, County Court at Law #4

Allegations

Police responded to a domestic dispute in a hotel room and arrested our client based largely on the complainant’s initial statement. Soon after, the complainant said she did not want the case pursued and completed an affidavit of non-prosecution. We presented that to the prosecutor and emphasized the absence of independent witnesses and the credibility issues it created. While pushing to ease restrictive bond terms that interfered with work, we leveraged those proof problems to negotiate a reduction to a lesser offense with credit for time served and no additional jail.

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Public Intoxication

Location

Tarrant County, Euless Municipal Court

Allegations

Police were called to an apartment complex after an argument between others, not involving our client. He had recently come from a bar and was trying to calm things down when officers arrested only him for public intoxication. No sobriety tests were performed and he had transportation options available, yet officers never established that he was a danger to himself or anyone else. We scrutinized the officer’s account and pressed the prosecution on the lack of evidence for the required danger element. Faced with those problems, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence (Class C)

Location

Dallas County, Dallas Municipal Court

Allegations

Police responded to a domestic argument at a home. After a brief exchange, the complainant acknowledged unwanted contact and feeling offended, and our client was arrested for Class C family violence assault. We reviewed the police narrative and obtained a sworn affidavit of nonprosecution from the complainant stating she did not wish to pursue charges. We presented that and emphasized the case rested on a minimal, disputed allegation. After negotiations, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle (Felony)

Location

Rockwall County, 439th District Court

Allegations

The client was pulled over after a plate check flagged the car as stolen and was arrested for unauthorized use. The client explained the vehicle had been acquired with a former partner, with the client covering the down payment, ongoing costs, and routine maintenance. We compiled purchase paperwork, payment records, service receipts, and messages reflecting the client’s role with the vehicle. We also exposed contradictions in the complainant’s claim of having no connection to the client. Confronted with the documentation and credibility issues, the state dismissed the case.

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Possession of Marijuana

Location

Tarrant County, CCC7

Allegations

During a traffic stop for speeding, the officer claimed signs of drug use and had our client step out. The client acknowledged a small amount of marijuana in the vehicle, and a search turned up a baggie in the console. We stepped in early, had the client complete a drug education course and provide two clean urine tests, and compiled that documentation. We emphasized the lack of criminal history and the client’s cooperation. After negotiations, the prosecutor dismissed the possession case.

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Assault - Family Violence (Misdemeanor)

Location

Kendall County, None

Allegations

Police were called after a domestic argument at a home involving our client's child. The client reported he briefly grabbed the child's upper arms to stop him from leaving, the child stumbled and fell, and no intentional harm was inflicted. We obtained the reports and compared accounts over time, documenting significant inconsistencies about what allegedly occurred. We pushed for a hearing, challenged restrictive bond conditions, and pressed the State on proof issues. Faced with credibility problems, the prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Tarrant County, CCC7

Allegations

During a traffic stop for speeding, officers searched the vehicle, reported finding a handgun in a bag, and charged our client with unlawful carrying. We scrutinized the reason for the stop, the scope of the search, and whether the elements of UCW were satisfied given how the firearm was stored. We also presented proactive mitigation, including a firearm safety course and clean drug screens, to show responsibility and reduce risk. After we compiled and delivered our arguments and materials, the prosecutor agreed to drop the charge. Case dismissed.

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Discharge of a Firearm

Location

Dallas County, CCC5

Allegations

Police responded after a neighbor reported a shot fired from a home, and the client was accused of firing a round out a window. We secured the case materials, dissected the officer narratives, and focused on weaknesses in corroboration and intent. We pushed those issues in conferences with the prosecutor and made clear we were ready to litigate. After several rounds of discussions and written advocacy, the State dismissed the case.