Criminal Defense Case Results in Texas

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POCS felony

Allegations

An individual was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, resisting arrest, and criminal trespass after an incident at a movie theater where the client worked. Police were called following an altercation that led to charges despite the client's insistence of being the victim. Police found the client in possession of a vape pen the client said was legally purchased.

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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Allegations

Client picked up for two counts after domestic incident involving physical struggle over weapons. Allegations followed prior partner conflicts, financial disputes, and property damage. Prior partner’s charge was later dropped. Client’s priors include tickets, DWLI, and a completed deferred drug case.

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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 - First Offense

Location

Bexar County, CC12

Allegations

After leaving a gathering, the client drove a short distance home, fell asleep at the wheel, and had a minor collision with no injuries. Officers conducted field sobriety tests at the scene and later obtained a breath sample at the jail. We scrutinized the field tests and breath-test handling and litigated a contested issue about a subpoenaed witness. We also compiled mitigation, including proof of interlock compliance and costs, insurance payments, completed classes, and strong school records. The state agreed to reduce the charge to a non-DWI offense with deferred probation.

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Possession of a Fictitious or Fraudulent ID

Location

Coryell County, None

Allegations

During a traffic stop for an equipment issue, officers reported smelling marijuana and conducted a search. In the client’s bag they located several identification cards belonging to other people, which formed the basis for a fictitious or fraudulent ID charge. We challenged the justification for the search and pressed the state on any evidence of intent to use those IDs. Through focused negotiations, we secured a plea to straight probation consistent with the court’s terms.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Bell County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

A domestic argument at a residence escalated, and the complainant reported being pushed and showed officers a facial bruise. There were no independent witnesses and the client was not present when police arrived, so the file consisted largely of the initial statement and photos. We obtained and reviewed the reports, documented the lack of corroboration, and highlighted the client’s prompt enrollment in counseling and sobriety treatment. The complainant later signed an affidavit of non-prosecution, which we presented to the prosecutor. The case was dismissed.

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Failure to Register as a Sex Offender

Location

Dallas County, 203rd Judicial District Court

Allegations

The client was arrested out of state on a fugitive warrant for an alleged failure to register tied to a brief residence many years earlier. We obtained records from multiple jurisdictions, verified the client notified authorities when relocating, and documented subsequent registrations elsewhere. We pressed the investigator and prosecutor on the legal basis and filed in district court to force disclosure and review of the stale warrant. The record showed a clerical mismatch and a misreading of the statute. The prosecutor rejected the case and the warrant was withdrawn, resulting in a dismissal.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Bexar County, County Court-at-Law 5

Allegations

After a crash at an intersection, the client called for help and was investigated for DWI. Officers said they observed intoxication, located beer in the vehicle, and conducted only limited field sobriety testing even though the airbags had deployed. A breath test was taken. We pulled the video and crash records and documented the client’s injuries and post-collision disorientation, which undercut reasonable suspicion for the tests and the arrest. Confronted with those problems, the prosecutor agreed to reduce the charge to a lower-level DWI.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Dallas County, 363rd Judicial District Court

Allegations

Our client was on probation supervised out of state. After repeated officer changes and poor communication, the client was mistakenly labeled as having absconded and a no-bond warrant issued. We compiled text messages with probation, employment records, and a series of clean drug tests to prove ongoing compliance and rehabilitation. We engaged the prosecutor and probation, arranged a voluntary appearance, and laid out a detailed timeline of the client’s efforts. The state dismissed the motion to revoke and the case was dismissed.

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Possession of a Fictitious or Fake ID

Location

Coryell County, 440TH DISTRICT COURT

Allegations

During a traffic stop for an equipment issue, officers searched the vehicle and found identification cards that belonged to other people. That discovery led to a charge for possessing a fictitious or fake ID. We gathered the reports, clarified how the cards ended up in the car, and emphasized that there was no attempt to present or use them to mislead anyone during the stop. We highlighted mitigating factors and our client’s willingness to comply with strict supervision. After sustained negotiation, the state and court agreed to straight probation.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Comal County, County Court at Law 3

Allegations

During a late-night traffic stop, officers reported signs of impairment, two open containers, and arrested our client after field sobriety tests. The client declined a breath test, and a blood warrant was obtained. We gathered the dash and body cam footage, scrutinized the basis for the stop, the administration of the tests, and the handling of the blood draw and lab work. We also had the client complete recommended alcohol education early. Using that leverage in negotiations, we secured a reduction to a lesser charge, sparing the client the harsher penalties tied to the original allegation.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #9

Allegations

After a single-vehicle crash, officers found our client unsteady and conducted roadside tests on uneven ground, including grass by a parking area. The client had just struck a pole, the airbag deployed, and there was a head impact, yet testing proceeded. A breath attempt failed, and a later warrant blood draw allegedly showed a high BAC. We obtained bodycam and 911 audio to document crash effects and compromised testing conditions that explained the balance issues. Combined with the client's swift completion of alcohol education and other compliance, we leveraged these problems with the evidence. The state dismissed the case.