Criminal Defense Case Results in Texas

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 6

Allegations

After a traffic stop for speeding, the client was investigated for DWI following a night out. They acknowledged drinking, performed field sobriety tests, and declined a roadside breath test. At the station they also refused a blood draw, which officers later obtained by warrant. We combed through the video and police reports, highlighting the client's diabetes and the limits of the roadside testing under those conditions. After sustained negotiations, the case was resolved with deferred probation.

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DWI - Second Offense

Location

Tarrant County, CCC3

Allegations

Officers stopped our client after observing a vehicle exit behind a closed business and make a wide right turn. Field sobriety testing followed, despite the client’s rheumatoid arthritis affecting balance. No breath sample was taken roadside, and a blood draw was performed later under a warrant. We obtained the videos and reports and challenged the legality of the stop and the reliability of the testing in a suppression hearing. Although the court sided with the state, we used the client’s clean alcohol monitoring and proactive treatment to negotiate straight probation, with removal of the ankle monitor and time to arrange any jail condition.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Dallas County, Criminal District Court No. 2

Allegations

The client was on deferred adjudication when probation alleged violations for a positive drug test and failure to participate in required classes. We reviewed the motion, confirmed the treatment issue was tied to payments, and arranged re-enrollment. Our team expedited an evaluation and met with the client in custody to prepare and prevent further setbacks. We engaged the prosecutor early, pushing to preserve deferred status while addressing compliance gaps. The case ended with continued probation on modified terms, including a marijuana class and renewed therapy, and the client was released.

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Assault - Family Violence (Misdemeanor)

Location

Bell County, County Court at Law #2

Allegations

A household dispute led to our client being accused of assault after officers relied almost entirely on the complainant’s initial statement. We stepped in immediately, gathered statements from witnesses who intervened, and secured medical documentation showing the client’s injuries consistent with self-defense. We contrasted those facts with discrepancies in the police narrative and pressed the prosecutor on the weaknesses. After sustained negotiations, the state agreed to dismiss following the client’s prompt completion of brief online courses. Case dismissed.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Williamson County, CC3

Allegations

Police were dispatched to a drive-through after a caller reported a possible intoxicated driver. The client was not asleep, was waiting for food, and spoke with staff when officers arrived. He admitted to having drinks, completed field sobriety tests, and a blood sample was taken. We focused on whether officers had reasonable grounds to detain and investigate, and on gaps in how the tests and blood draw were conducted. After pressing those issues with the prosecution and preparing to litigate, the state dismissed the case.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Dallas County, 265th Judicial District Court

Allegations

Already on supervision for a felony drug case, the client missed reporting after becoming homeless and relocating, and a revocation was filed. A later traffic stop led to arrest on the warrant and an initial push from prior counsel to accept months in jail. We took over, compiled proof of steady employment and caregiving, pointed to clean drug tests and an assessment recommending marijuana classes, and coordinated a voluntary surrender to clear the warrant. After negotiations with the prosecutor and probation, the court kept the client on supervision with added conditions.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #5

Allegations

The case began after a single-vehicle crash. Officers moved the client to a different spot to run field sobriety tests, then later obtained a breath sample that registered about 0.13. There were no other vehicles involved and the client had no prior record. We moved quickly to review the arrest paperwork, scrutinize how the tests were conducted and the circumstances of the breath test, and present mitigation about the accident and the client's background. After sustained negotiations, the prosecution approved pre-trial diversion.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Bexar County, CCL9

Allegations

After a traffic stop, the client was arrested for a first DWI when a roadside breath test indicated a result at or above the legal limit. Our team stepped in quickly, took over from prior counsel, and obtained the police reports and testing records. We pressed the state on proof issues and emphasized key mitigating factors to secure an outcome that avoided jail exposure and minimized collateral consequences. The prosecutor agreed, and the charge was reduced.

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Unlawful Restraint

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 10

Allegations

After a family dispute, a relative left the residence on foot. The client located her, helped her into a car, and she attempted to call 911, which led to an arrest for unlawful restraint. Our team got involved early, monitored the filing status, and once it was filed obtained the state’s discovery. We collected witness statements and background materials that framed the incident as a safety concern and challenged the initial narrative. The complainant later indicated she did not wish to continue. We pressed these issues with the prosecutor, and the state dismissed the case.

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Criminal Mischief

Location

Travis County, Jonestown Municipal Court

Allegations

After a property line dispute, the client received a ticket for criminal mischief, accused of cutting a neighbor's vines. We obtained the complainant's short video and matched it against our survey, boundary line photos, and CCTV clips. The footage showed the client trimming only overhanging growth on the client's side, not uprooting or crossing the line. There was no credible proof of damage or any substantial inconvenience. At trial, we walked the court through the evidence and the state's gaps. The court found the client not guilty.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #5

Allegations

The case stemmed from a domestic dispute at a residence after our client tried to end a relationship and leave. He called 911 first, reporting that he was being blocked and grabbed, and that the other party was harming herself. Later, the argument resumed when she followed him back, and he briefly pushed her to create space. Officers arrested him for family violence based on the complainant's account. We compiled the 911 records and reports to show he sought help and used minimal force, and negotiated deferred probation on the assault, keeping a conviction off his record if he completes terms.

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Interference with an Emergency Call

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #5

Allegations

Officers responded after a domestic dispute in a residence. Earlier that night, our client had called 911 to get help leaving. When the other person later placed a call, he grabbed the phone and ended it, realizing only as the screen flashed that it was 911. We examined the reports and timeline to show he lacked knowledge or intent to interfere, and emphasized that he had already sought police assistance himself. After sustained negotiations presenting that context, the prosecutor dismissed the interference charge.