Criminal Defense Case Results in Austin, TX

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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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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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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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reckless driving

Allegations

The client was charged after a traffic stop for speeding and reckless driving. During the stop, police noticed an obscured license plate and found that the client possessed drug paraphernalia.

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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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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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accident involving damage over $200

Allegations

The individual was charged after leaving the scene of a minor vehicle accident at a grocery store parking lot without exchanging information with the owner of the other vehicle.

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Failure to stop and render aid

Allegations

The client was arrested after rear-ending another vehicle and initially failing to stop. The passenger in the other car sustained minor injuries. The client had consumed alcohol earlier in the day, had not eaten, and was on medication that affected digestion.

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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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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Location

Coryell County

Allegations

A routine traffic stop for a minor equipment issue led officers to claim they smelled marijuana and to search the vehicle. The search turned up only trace residue and items the officer labeled as drug paraphernalia. We dissected the reports and patrol narrative, challenging the credibility of the claimed odor and the scope of the search. We also emphasized the minimal amount of material and the weak link between the items and our client. After sustained negotiations with the prosecutor, the state dismissed the paraphernalia charge.

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Possession of a Fictitious or Fraudulent ID

Location

Coryell County, None

Allegations

During a traffic stop for an equipment issue, officers reported smelling marijuana and conducted a search. In the client’s bag they located several identification cards belonging to other people, which formed the basis for a fictitious or fraudulent ID charge. We challenged the justification for the search and pressed the state on any evidence of intent to use those IDs. Through focused negotiations, we secured a plea to straight probation consistent with the court’s terms.

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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.