Criminal Defense Case Results in Austin, TX

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Interference with Emergency Request for Assistance

Location

Bastrop County, County Court at Law

Allegations

Police claimed that during a domestic dispute our client blocked a 911 call. We obtained the 911 audio and call logs, matched them to the body‑worn camera timeline, and compared those records with the complainant’s statements. She gave conflicting accounts about whose phone was used and when, while the recordings showed she reached a phone and completed the call without obstruction. We took the case to trial, cross examined on the inconsistencies, and argued the state could not meet its burden. The jury returned a not guilty verdict.

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Assault Causing Bodily Injury

Location

Williamson County, CCL5

Allegations

Police arrested our client after a heated encounter in a residential parking area where a tow truck was blocking the only entrance. Words escalated, the other man hurled slurs, and our client briefly grabbed him but did not strike or pursue a fight. We tracked down neutral witnesses, including on-site staff, who had seen the complainant provoking residents even before the exchange. We gathered their accounts and presented them to the prosecutor, challenging the complainant’s version of events. After reviewing the witness statements, the state dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Bell County, CCL3

Allegations

A domestic argument at a residence escalated when the client attempted to leave in a vehicle and a relative moved toward the car. Accounts conflicted about brief contact with the vehicle, and another person produced a firearm, prompting police involvement and an arrest for family violence. No injuries were reported, and family members later made clear they did not wish to pursue charges. We gathered sworn statements, highlighted contradictions in the reports, and pressed those issues with the prosecutor. The state dismissed the case.

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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Bell County, 27th Judicial District Court

Allegations

The case arose from trace residue officers reported scraping from discarded plastic packaging, which was used to file a felony drug charge. The matter sat without indictment, so we pushed for a setting and opened direct talks with the prosecutor. We highlighted the minimal quantity involved and presented evidence of the client’s sustained sobriety and compliance while under supervision. The state agreed to avoid a felony conviction and resolve the case as a misdemeanor with probation, eliminating further jail exposure.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Travis County, CCL#7

Allegations

After a traffic stop for alleged swerving and minor speeding, the client was arrested for DWI. No roadside sobriety tests were given, and the client declined breath and blood testing. Officers obtained a warrant and took a blood sample. We challenged the basis for the stop, emphasized the absence of standardized testing, and scrutinized the warrant process and handling of the sample. With those weaknesses on the table, the prosecution agreed to reduce the charge.

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Driving With a Suspended License

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

Following a minor fender bender, the other driver made a report and officers later ran our client's information, discovering the license was suspended from an older alcohol case. A warrant issued and the client was arrested for driving with a suspended license. We moved quickly to verify the license had since been reinstated, obtained SR22 and reinstatement receipts, and organized those records. We met with the prosecutor, presented the documentation and timeline, and pressed for a clean resolution. The state dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence by Impeding Breath or Circulation

Location

Hays County, 453rd District Court

Allegations

The case stemmed from a domestic dispute where the complainant alleged choking, and officers made an arrest based on the initial statement. We obtained the follow up interview materials and communications, highlighted significant changes in the complainant’s account, and documented that she later expressed unwillingness to participate and limited recollection. The client entered treatment and complied with bond conditions. Using these factors, we negotiated a resolution that avoided jail and resulted in straight probation.

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Travis County, CCL#7

Allegations

During a traffic stop, officers claimed a violation and detained the driver. While investigating, they discovered a personal handgun in the vehicle and filed a UCW charge. We obtained the reports and full discovery to map out how the firearm was located. We challenged the basis for the stop and the legality of the search, and prepared a suppression motion. After negotiations and a preview of our arguments, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Terroristic Threat Against a Family Member

Location

Hays County, County Court at Law #1

Allegations

The client was arrested after a family dispute spilled into text messages in which he threatened harm if a child was not returned. We compiled the entire message thread and timeline to show the remarks were made in anger, there was no weapon involved, and no steps taken to carry anything out. We also documented his entry into treatment and consistent cooperation with pretrial services. Using that mitigation, we negotiated straight probation with appropriate conditions, keeping him out of jail.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Hays County, County Court at Law #1

Allegations

The case arose from a domestic dispute at a residence that ended with officers arresting our client on the complainant's initial account and reports of minor injury. We dissected the incident paperwork, compared it to later statements, and assembled proof of the client's cooperation with child services and entry into rehab. We delivered that package with character support and a concrete compliance plan. The prosecutor agreed to straight probation with no jail, including an anger management course, community service, and a no harassing contact condition.

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Duty on Striking a Structure, Fixture, or Highway Landscaping

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

Police alleged our client struck a roadside fixture and failed to meet the statutory duty to report the damage. We obtained the patrol report, bodycam, and scene photos, and focused on the elements the state had to prove, including the amount of damage, whether an identifiable owner or agency was available, and what steps were taken to notify authorities. The evidence left key facts in dispute and did not clearly establish a violation. After negotiations and pressure to proceed without solid proof, the prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Assault Causing Bodily Injury

Location

Hays County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

A traffic dispute escalated when another driver allegedly followed our client and rear ended him. She told him she had a gun, exited her vehicle, and a bystander recorded as he restrained her on the ground until police arrived. Officers arrested him for assault after watching the video and concluding he was the aggressor. We compiled the bystander footage and accident context, emphasizing his concern about a possible weapon and his cooperation. After sustained negotiations, the prosecution agreed to straight probation on the misdemeanor, avoiding any jail time.