Criminal Defense Case Results in Austin, TX

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Assault Causing Bodily Injury

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #9

Allegations

At an apartment complex, our client encountered a chaotic scene where a woman appeared injured and bystanders asked for help. He tried to calm things down and direct the aggressor to leave, but the man put hands on him, prompting a brief fight. When a charge followed, we investigated and documented that the client acted only after being struck. We pressed the State on who initiated force and whether the elements of the offense could be proven. Confronted with these issues and our self‑defense presentation, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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DWI (BAC Over .15)

Location

Bell County, County Court at Law #2

Allegations

The client was stopped after a caller reported swerving and the officer claimed a failure to stop at the designated point at a light. They admitted to drinking, performed roadside tests in cold, windy conditions, and later provided breath samples above .15. We obtained the body cam and reports, scrutinized the basis for the stop and the manner and conditions of the testing, and documented health and environmental factors that could affect performance. We assembled mitigation and kept pressure on the state. The case resolved with straight probation, avoiding any jail time.

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Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Hit and Run)

Location

Bell County, CCL2

Allegations

The case arose from a minor rear end collision where the driver left the area and was found shortly after when the vehicle was disabled by a roadside barrier. Officers alleged an intentional failure to stop and exchange information. We pulled apart the reports and timeline, highlighted that no injuries were reported, the car became undriveable soon after, and that identifying information was provided afterward. After we pressed the gaps on intent to evade, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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DWI - Second Offense

Location

Bell County, CCL2

Allegations

After a rear-end crash followed by a single-car collision, officers noted classic intoxication clues. The client performed stationhouse sobriety tests and provided a breath sample, and a prior DWI on record made the stakes higher. We reviewed the video, scrutinized how the tests and breath collection were administered, and compiled mitigation, including proof of alcohol education and ongoing treatment. We pressed these points in negotiations and secured straight probation, avoiding jail time.

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Theft (State Jail Felony)

Location

Milam County, 20TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT

Allegations

The individual was indicted for state jail felony theft after a retail incident where two inexpensive items and a cap were alleged to push the case into felony territory based on prior convictions. We obtained receipts and sale pricing that placed the value well under $100 and documented serious medical and cognitive issues that supported lack of intent. After presenting that package and pressing negotiations, the prosecution agreed to reduce the case and accept credit for time served, resolving it with a minimal fine and no additional jail.

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Possession of Marijuana

Location

Coryell County

Allegations

The client was stopped for an alleged minor traffic violation during a patrol. Officers quickly shifted to other questions and asked to search the vehicle. When the client declined, an officer said refusal meant going to jail, and a search followed that reportedly found a small amount of marijuana. We scrutinized the basis for the stop and the alleged consent, prepared to challenge the search as involuntary, and put those defects in front of the prosecutor. The state dismissed the case.

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Terroristic Threat

Location

Travis County, CCL6

Allegations

The case began with a heated moment at work, where a stray comment during loading was reported as a threat. A warrant followed, and we moved quickly to arrange a walk through and secure a personal bond, avoiding jail time. We gathered employer security stills and workplace statements showing no chase, no weapon, and the history of joking between the two. The complaining witness later indicated he did not wish to pursue the matter. We presented those credibility problems and mitigation to the prosecutor. The state dismissed the case.

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DWI - Second Offense

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #9

Allegations

Police found our client parked and asleep in the passenger seat, then arrested for a second DWI after noting clues on HGN. He declined the remaining field tests and a breath test, and a later blood draw reportedly came back just over the limit. We obtained the dash and body cameras and compared them with the report, focusing on two gaps: no one saw him drive and the vehicle’s status made “operation” unclear. We pressed the timeline problem, arguing the state could not tie any BAC to driving. Faced with those defects, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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DWI (BAC Over .15)

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #8

Allegations

Police were called to a parking lot after a dispute between our client and a friend. By the time officers arrived, the client was outside the vehicle, but surveillance video showed the car pulling in and the driver exiting, and the client made statements about driving. Field tests followed and a breath sample registered over .15. We obtained and reviewed all video, scrutinized the driver identity issue, and concluded it would not carry the day at trial. We documented the client's clean history, early interlock installation, and completed classes to the prosecutor. The client was approved for pre-trial diversion.

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DWI (BAC Over .15)

Location

Travis County, CCL8

Allegations

Officers responded to a minor traffic contact where our client lightly bumped another car and was accused of DWI. Field sobriety tests were given roadside, he declined the handheld breath test, then later provided a jail breath sample reported over .15. We obtained discovery, including the crash paperwork, officer reports, and breath‑test records, and emphasized the minimal impact, conflicting accounts of the roadway encounter, and the weight and reliability of the testing. The client complied with all conditions, installed an interlock, and completed alcohol education. After sustained pressure highlighting these issues and mitigation, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Coryell County, County Court at Law

Allegations

A domestic dispute at a residence led to our client being accused of assault after a chaotic sequence where the other party left in a vehicle and later changed accounts. We obtained the body camera footage, 911 audio, and police reports, then compared the original statements to a follow up interview. The versions conflicted on where and how any contact occurred, and witness statements on scene did not match the allegation. We presented those credibility problems, and with the complainant unwilling to proceed, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Unlawful Installation of a Tracking Device

Location

Coryell County, 440th DC

Allegations

Police opened an investigation after a small tracking device was found in the client’s partner’s personal belongings. Detectives said it was linked to the client’s account and even asked for a polygraph. We got involved early, directed all communication through counsel, and engaged the investigator. We emphasized that the statute targets installation on a motor vehicle, not a loose device in a personal item, and that account data did not prove who placed it. The complainant also declined to pursue charges. The prosecution dismissed the case.