Criminal Defense Case Results in Texas

Charge

Providing False Information to a Police Officer

Location

Tarrant County, CCC9

Allegations

Our client was stopped during a late-night traffic contact when an officer claimed he gave a false date of birth. We pulled the body-worn camera and CAD/dispatch logs and pinpointed the moment the officer first asked for identifying information. The recording shows the client clearly stated his true name and DOB, which dispatch immediately confirmed. There was no attempt to present an alternate identity. We presented the discrepancies in the report to the prosecutor, argued the elements were not met, and the charge was dismissed.

Charge

DWI - First Offense

Location

Tarrant County, CCC9

Allegations

After a late-night traffic stop for a wrong-way U-turn through a construction area, the client was arrested for DWI. Officers noted an open container and performed an eye-tracking check; the client declined further field tests and refused a roadside breath sample. A blood draw was taken several hours later and returned below 0.08. We secured the videos and lab records, emphasized the lengthy delay before the draw and the sub-limit result, and used those weaknesses in negotiations. The case resolved with deferred probation, avoiding a conviction.

Charge

Stalking (Felony)

Location

Bexar County, 226th District Court

Allegations

Our client was indicted for felony stalking after contentious messages and disputed contact involving an ex and a third party. We organized the communications, put them in the context of an ongoing custody fight, and showed why a felony theory overreached the facts. While acknowledging some harassing conduct, we pressed the State on proof gaps and proportionality. The prosecution agreed to reduce it to misdemeanor harassment with no conviction, and a remote plea was allowed. The client received deferred probation with classes and community service, the ankle monitor came off, and supervision was handled virtually.

Charge

Stalking (Felony)

Location

Bexar County, 226th District Court

Allegations

The client was indicted for felony stalking after a volatile breakup. Reports alleged repeated messages and an unannounced visit, with two complainants involved. We dissected the communications, challenged whether the felony elements were met, and pressed the prosecution on overcharging. The state reduced it to misdemeanor harassment and allowed a remote plea. The judge imposed deferred adjudication probation with classes, community service, and no-contact terms, removed electronic monitoring, and kept a conviction off the client’s record.

Charge

Theft Under $100 (Class C)

Location

Bexar County, SAMC

Allegations

During a large event, store staff at a temporary merchandise tent accused our client of concealing small items and passing all points of sale. The client maintained they were stopped while still shopping. We obtained the police report and limited video, gathered a defense witness statement, and flagged that the complaining witness was difficult to locate. We leveraged those issues to negotiate deferred probation with a shortened term and reduced fine, keeping a conviction off the record and sparing the client from travel.

Charge

Assault (Class C)

Location

Williamson County, Hutto Municipal Court

Allegations

Police issued a municipal citation after a school incident where the client was accused of slapping a student. The client maintained it was a brief, consoling touch while trying to deescalate, and the supervising teacher did not witness a strike. We obtained the police report and school records, compared the student and classmate accounts to the adult witness statements, and noted the absence of any injury. With no prior history and credibility concerns in the evidence, we pressed the prosecutor to reevaluate. The case was dismissed.

Charge

DWI - First Offense

Location

Hays County, CC#2 Hays

Allegations

Police responded to a single vehicle crash where the car had struck a tree. The client admitted to drinking, performed field sobriety tests, and was taken to a hospital where a blood sample was drawn. We obtained the reports and available recordings, scrutinized the sobriety testing, and examined how the hospital blood draw was conducted. We presented these concerns to the state and pressed for a fair outcome. The prosecution agreed to reduce the charge, and we secured deferred probation to avoid a permanent conviction.

Charge

DWI - Second Offense

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law, #8

Allegations

This case began with a single car incident where the driver swerved to avoid an object, struck a curb, and reported a leg injury. When officers arrived, the client was upset, explained the injury, and could not perform roadside exercises. The client admitted to drinking earlier but refused both breath and blood testing. We gathered the reports and available recordings, documented the injury and crash dynamics, and emphasized the lack of a chemical result. After sustained negotiations, the case resolved with deferred probation.

Charge

Indecent Assault

Location

Travis County, CCL8

Allegations

After a rideshare driver reported unwanted touching, our client was arrested for indecent assault. We scrutinized the police narrative and emphasized the client's high level of intoxication and contested details about what occurred during the ride and after drop off. The client promptly engaged in counseling through county services and complied with recommended assessments and classes, showing accountability. We compiled that mitigation and coordinated with outside professionals to address alcohol concerns. The state agreed to deferred probation, avoiding a conviction.

Charge

Criminal Trespass (Misdemeanor)

Location

Bastrop County, None

Allegations

Police arrested our client after a neighbor reported that the client briefly stepped into an unlocked home to check on them. The client left immediately when told to go, yet an arrest followed for criminal trespass. We scrutinized the police paperwork and the complainant’s account and highlighted that there was no prior notice forbidding entry and no refusal to depart. We presented these deficiencies to the prosecutor and made clear we were prepared to litigate. The state dismissed the case.

Charge

Assault Causing Bodily Injury (Class A Misdemeanor)

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

An old misdemeanor assault stemmed from a bar altercation where our client reported being struck with a purse and, while trying to get away, tossed a glass that injured another patron. Years later, an outstanding warrant led to the client being detained upon returning to the area. We moved quickly to secure a personal bond and obtain the file. Our review showed no video of the incident and that the case hinged on a single complainant whose participation was uncertain due to the case’s age. We pressed those evidentiary gaps and the self defense context with the prosecution, and the charge was dismissed.

Charge

DWI - Third Offense

Location

Tarrant County, D297

Allegations

A stop sign violation led to a minor collision and a DWI arrest. Officers obtained a warrant for blood, which later reported a BAC near 0.13. The case was filed as a felony based on two priors, and a deadly weapon allegation was added because of the crash while the prosecution initially pushed for prison. We obtained and reviewed dash and body camera video, the blood draw records, and examined how the state would prove the prior convictions. We also documented no injuries and the client’s proactive sobriety efforts. Using that leverage, we negotiated straight probation and avoided incarceration.