Criminal Defense Case Results in Austin, TX

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Bell County, County Court at Law #2

Allegations

A domestic dispute at a residence escalated into the garage, where a third party called police. The complainant began damaging property, and our client tried to stop it while holding personal items, resulting in a superficial scratch caused by a plastic utensil. We obtained the reports and video, emphasized the minor nature of the injury, and exposed inconsistencies in the witness description of what was used. We also documented the defense-of-property context and the client’s clean record. Faced with these issues, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Bell County, 264th Judicial District Court

Allegations

Our client was stopped for allegedly failing to fully stop before a right turn. Officers claimed to smell marijuana, searched the car without consent, and found marijuana and THC vape cartridges. A detective later pressed the client to cooperate, and the case then sat for an extended period before an arrest. We challenged the basis for the stop, the warrantless search, and the delay, and highlighted the client's clean record and future plans. The prosecutor agreed to reduce the felony to a misdemeanor, resolved with deferred probation.

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Child Endangerment

Location

Coryell County, None

Allegations

Law enforcement charged our client with child endangerment after she drove a teen to meet a peer for a prearranged fight. The scuffle lasted seconds, there were no significant injuries, and the client stepped in to stop it. Later, police responded to a call from a relative reporting a more extreme version of events. We presented the context showing the brief, mutual nature of the encounter, the client’s intervention, and the absence of harm, and noted that CPS had closed its file. After sustained pressure highlighting those evidentiary gaps, the state dismissed the case.

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Interference with Public Duties

Location

Hays County, County Court at Law #1

Allegations

During a service attempt at a residence, a dispute escalated and someone called police. Responding officers issued conflicting orders, then arrested the client for interference when the client questioned what to do and tried to explain their role. We obtained bodycam and client-shot video showing mixed commands and no effort to hinder the investigation. We compiled these inconsistencies and challenged whether the elements of the offense were met. The prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Williamson County, CCL2

Allegations

Probation filed to revoke after the client missed required check-ins and the ignition interlock showed a period of inactivity while the client was in inpatient mental health treatment. A warrant issued and a hearing was set. We collected hospital and rehab records, discharge summaries, and proof of ongoing counseling, then verified the timeline against supervision logs and device data. We met with the prosecutor to explain the circumstances and the absence of new offenses, and prepared to argue for continuation of supervision. The state agreed revocation was not warranted, and the motion was dismissed.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Hays County, 428th District Court

Allegations

The client was on felony deferred probation when a traffic stop for an equipment issue led to new drug allegations, which the state cited to seek revocation. We closely reviewed the probation terms and the claimed violations, focusing on the legality of the stop and whether consent to search was actually given. We gathered documentation of treatment efforts and meeting attendance to demonstrate progress and compliance. After we highlighted these issues in negotiations, the prosecution dismissed the motion.

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Criminal Trespass (Misdemeanor)

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

The client was accused of criminal trespass after showing up at a family residence where police said the client had been told not to return. We pulled the case file and spoke with the reporting party to understand what actually happened. The complainant later told us they did not want to pursue the matter. We presented that stance, together with context about the family situation, to the prosecutor. With no complainant support and limited proof, the state dismissed the case.

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False Report to Induce Emergency Response

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

The case stemmed from a series of calls where our client told authorities a family member was in immediate danger. He was charged with making a false report to trigger an emergency response. We gathered contextual materials, including prior safety complaints and evaluation records, to show he acted out of genuine concern rather than an intent to deceive. We emphasized the state’s burden to prove he knowingly provided false information and pressed those weaknesses in negotiations. The prosecution dismissed the case.

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Criminal Trespass (Misdemeanor)

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

The client was accused of misdemeanor criminal trespass after a relative reported they entered a residence during a period of apparent intoxication. We moved quickly to understand the dynamics of the situation and contacted the reporting party, who later indicated they did not want to pursue the matter. We presented that position to the prosecutor along with context about the relationship and the circumstances surrounding the incident, emphasizing weaknesses in proving unauthorized entry. The state dismissed the case.

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Online Solicitation of a Minor

Location

Bell County, 426th DC

Allegations

Our client exchanged messages on a social media app with someone who claimed to be underage. The chats showed the client initially said he was not interested due to the stated age, but the other party continued sending explicit messages and pressed for a meeting. We collected and organized the message history and arrest materials to emphasize the initial refusals and the one-sided escalation. We presented these points in negotiations and pushed for a treatment-focused outcome. The case resolved with deferred probation, avoiding a conviction.

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Collision Involving Serious Bodily Injury

Location

Travis County, 299th District Court

Allegations

Police alleged the client struck a pedestrian while turning and left the scene. The client initially checked on the person, then panicked and left, later entering treatment and moving to sober housing. We obtained the reports and 911 audio, examined the accounts from bystanders, and emphasized evidence that the pedestrian had been drinking and stepped into the path of the vehicle. We compiled mitigation showing sustained sobriety and program compliance. The prosecution agreed to deferred probation.

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Assault by Contact (Class C)

Location

Bastrop County, Bastrop Municipal Court

Allegations

The client received a citation for Class C assault by contact. We pulled the police paperwork, scrutinized the allegations, and challenged whether the state could prove intentional, offensive contact as required. We coordinated court settings, appeared on the client's behalf, and made clear we were prepared to litigate. After discussions with the prosecutor and presentation of our concerns, the state dismissed the charge in municipal court.