Criminal Defense Case Results in Texas

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Theft (Misdemeanor)

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #8

Allegations

Police alleged our client committed misdemeanor theft after several people said they paid for merchandise that never arrived. The client had only connected them with a third party and was not involved in the sale. We gathered messages, payment records, and proof that the client voluntarily reimbursed buyers to make them whole. We presented this to the prosecutor, highlighting the lack of intent to steal and that the complainants did not wish to proceed. The state dismissed the case.

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Misdemeanor Theft

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #8

Allegations

This case stemmed from complaints about a group equipment purchase organized by a third party the client had merely referred. The client never handled the money and was not the seller. We compiled communications showing his limited role, payment records confirming he reimbursed people out of pocket, and statements from complainants expressing no desire to pursue charges. We emphasized the absence of proof that he exercised control over funds or intended to deprive anyone. Confronted with these issues, the state dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Harris County, CC3

Allegations

A domestic argument at a residence escalated, and our client called 911. Officers documented minor injuries and made an arrest for family-violence assault. We moved quickly to seek a modification of bond conditions so the client could return home. We requested discovery, including 911 calls and bodycam, and documented that the complaining witness did not wish to prosecute. Coupled with the client’s clean history and proactive counseling, our pressure led the prosecutor to dismiss the case.

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Discharge of a Firearm (Investigation)

Location

Harris County

Allegations

Police were called to a residence after a firearm discharged during a domestic dispute. The client reported the gun went off while trying to leave. Officers separated the parties, placed them in patrol cars, and discussed a residue test, then said the matter would be forwarded to the DA. No arrest was made. Our team got involved right away, contacted the investigating agency, and kept after them for updates. We obtained confirmation that the investigation was closed with no charges, and the case was dismissed.

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Assault - Family Violence (Misdemeanor)

Location

Bexar County, County Court-at-Law 7

Allegations

A domestic assault charge was filed after an argument turned physical during a night out. The report alleged a scratch when the complainant and the client struggled over a phone, and both had been drinking. Our team stepped in on short notice, secured a reset to fully prepare, and obtained the state’s discovery. We reviewed it with the client, documented the context and lack of intent to injure, and reached out to the complaining witness to gauge her position. After sustained negotiations, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Location

Comal County, 22nd District Court

Allegations

Police arrested our client after a domestic incident where officers alleged a kitchen knife was displayed. The client had a documented traumatic brain injury and, on the same day, was treated for a urinary tract infection that caused acute confusion. We gathered hospital records, prior neuro documentation, and evidence of recent falls, and the complaining witness signed an affidavit of non-prosecution. We moved to modify the protective order and addressed bond, securing release on a personal recognizance bond for medical care. After we presented the full medical context and lack of ongoing risk, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence (Misdemeanor)

Location

Tarrant County, CCC9

Allegations

The case arose from a late-night argument that moved into a parking area. A second participant confronted our client and was captured on video approaching with a wrench, and both sides called 911. Responding officers relied on the initial account and filed a misdemeanor family-violence charge. We gathered the cellphone videos and photos from the scene, pulled the 911 audio, and compared those with the police narrative. The materials showed the other person initiated the confrontation and revealed significant inconsistencies in the complainant’s statements. After we presented these problems to the prosecutor and made clear we were ready to litigate, the State dismissed the case.

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Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Location

Denton County

Allegations

Our client was arrested after a roadside dispute where the other vehicle reported that a gun was brandished at two occupants. From day one the client said no firearm was involved and that a passenger might have recorded the encounter. We jumped in, demanded all video, body and dash camera footage, and pressed the State on the absence of any physical corroboration of a gun. We compiled those gaps and pushed for a full review. When the matter reached the grand jury, the aggravated assault counts were no billed and the case was dismissed.

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Public Intoxication

Location

Gillespie County, Fredericksburg Municipal Court

Allegations

After a late night out, our client and a companion were stopped while trying to arrange a ride. One officer initially appeared ready to let them leave with a friend, but another arrested them for public intoxication. We obtained the body camera footage and reports, highlighting the lack of evidence that the client posed a danger to self or others and the inconsistencies in the officers' observations. We compiled a strong mitigation packet and pressed the prosecution. The state dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence (Misdemeanor)

Location

Gillespie County

Allegations

A domestic dispute at a residence escalated and a family member called law enforcement, leading to an investigation for assault family violence. The client reported acting in self-defense after being confronted and asked us to step in before speaking to the detective. We immediately took over communications, advised the client not to give a statement, and gathered context about the ongoing family turmoil. We emphasized the disputed nature of the physical contact and the lack of independent corroboration. The prosecutor declined to proceed and the case was dismissed.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Harris County, CC9

Allegations

Following a traffic stop for alleged swerving, the client admitted to drinking, declined a breath test, and officers obtained a warrant for a blood draw. We immediately requested the license hearing and pulled all discovery, including dash and bodycam video, the warrant, and full lab records. Field tests were done on a sloped roadside, and paperwork marked a refusal despite a blood draw. We pressed these points and scrutinized the blood evidence in negotiations. The state agreed to reduce the charge, and the client received credit for time already served.

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Injury to a Child, Elderly, or Disabled Individual

Location

Gillespie County

Allegations

A heated dispute at a residence with an elderly relative led to an investigation for injury to an elderly person. The client reported being attacked first and used force only to protect herself, and she avoided speaking to investigators directly. Our team got involved early, contacted the investigating agency, and acted as the point of communication. We compiled the client’s supporting materials and emphasized the lack of neutral witnesses and the mutual confrontation. The state declined to pursue charges, and the investigation was dismissed.