Criminal Defense Case Results in Austin, TX

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DWI (BAC Over .15)

Location

Hays County, County Court at Law #2

Allegations

Officers found the client asleep in a fast food drive-thru with the vehicle in park. After roadside tests, they were arrested and later provided two breath samples over .15. We obtained the videos and breath records, noted the limited driving evidence, and compiled strong mitigation including early completion of alcohol education and a victim impact panel, plus a clean history. We pressed these points with the prosecutor and negotiated a reduction to a standard DWI with deferred probation.

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Violation of a Protective Order

Location

Hays County, County Court at Law #2

Allegations

After a no-contact order was issued in connection with a prior incident, our client was accused of violating it by allegedly reaching out to the protected person. We obtained the order, reviewed service, and dissected the exact terms to determine what conduct was actually prohibited. We then compared those terms to the state's evidence of contact and identified gaps and inconsistencies in their timeline and proof. We made clear we were ready to litigate those issues. The prosecution dismissed the case.

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Engaging in Organized Crime

Allegations

The individual was involved in an altercation at a motorcycle dealership following a confrontation with staff members escalated into a fight resulting in charges related to self-defense actions involving a weapon.

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POM

Allegations

The client was arrested after a traffic stop for speeding. During the stop, mushrooms and marijuana were found in the vehicle. The individual was worried about long-term career licensing implications.

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Misdemeanor Accident Involving Damage

Allegations

The individual was arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated and leaving the scene of an accident.

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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Allegations

The client was charged after a traffic stop for speeding and reckless driving. Further investigation revealed possession of drug paraphernalia and an obscured license plate.

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Public Intox

Allegations

The client was arrested after police found them sleeping in a car after lunch at a restaurant chain. The client admitted to drinking wine with lunch and said the restaurant manager was notified that the client was planning to take a nap in his vehicle. No rideshares were available.

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Eluding a police officer

Allegations

The Individual was arrested for eluding police in a vehicle, a Class B misdemeanor, after being pursued to their home. The client said they were in a rush to get home to turn off the stove. The client had a prior criminal history.

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Misdemeanor MTRP

Allegations

The client was on probation for a prior DWI when arrested and charged with another DWI following a domestic dispute and erratic driving. The individual was particularly worried about any jail time due to medical needs.

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Felony MTRP

Allegations

The client was arrested for multiple misdemeanors and felonies, including possession and manufacturing of controlled substances, while on probation for a prior DWI offense. The client had stopped reporting to probation officers and was living at a faith-based rehab program.

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Possession of a Fictitious or Fake ID

Location

Coryell County, 440TH DISTRICT COURT

Allegations

During a traffic stop for an equipment issue, officers searched the vehicle and found identification cards that belonged to other people. That discovery led to a charge for possessing a fictitious or fake ID. We gathered the reports, clarified how the cards ended up in the car, and emphasized that there was no attempt to present or use them to mislead anyone during the stop. We highlighted mitigating factors and our client’s willingness to comply with strict supervision. After sustained negotiation, the state and court agreed to straight probation.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Bell County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

A domestic argument at a residence escalated, and the complainant reported being pushed and showed officers a facial bruise. There were no independent witnesses and the client was not present when police arrived, so the file consisted largely of the initial statement and photos. We obtained and reviewed the reports, documented the lack of corroboration, and highlighted the client’s prompt enrollment in counseling and sobriety treatment. The complainant later signed an affidavit of non-prosecution, which we presented to the prosecutor. The case was dismissed.