Criminal Defense Case Results in Austin, TX

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Tampering with or Fabricating Physical Evidence

Location

Hays County, 453rd District Court

Allegations

During a civil service attempt, a dispute drew police, and our client recorded the encounter on a personal camera. Officers later seized the phone and camera and filed a tampering charge, alleging the recordings were altered to impair the investigation. We pulled the full digital files, bodycam, and agency records, verified the footage integrity, and highlighted contradictions in the officers’ accounts, including their failure to search at the scene. After we pressed the state on intent and proof, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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UCW

Allegations

The individual was arrested after a traffic stop for allegedly failing to stop when exiting a gas station. During the stop, a firearm was disclosed, leading to charges of unlawful carrying of a weapon.

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Obscured License Plate

Allegations

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

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Open Container of Alcohol

Allegations

The individual was pulled over for speeding. The officer observed an open container being moved in the car. Field sobriety tests were conducted, and small amounts of marijuana were found in the trunk — no charges were filed for marijuana due to insufficient quantity.

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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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Misdemeanor Criminal Trespass

Allegations

The client was arrested for criminal trespass after entering a gated apartment complex without permission. Security indicated they suspected intent to burglarize. The client admitted prior unauthorized presence and was found with a loaded gun.

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Evading arrest in a vehicle

Allegations

The individual was driving toward San Marcos when they were pulled over for speeding. During the stop, police detected the smell of alcohol and found a vape pen and a weapon. The client said they pulled over as soon as a passenger noticed the police lights.

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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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aggravated robbery

Allegations

The individual was involved in an altercation at a motorcycle dealership after a confrontation with staff that escalated into a fight and led to charges related to self-defense actions involving a weapon.