Criminal Defense Case Results in Dallas, TX

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Felon in Possession of a Firearm

Location

Dallas County, Criminal District Court No. 7

Allegations

Police detained our client after a verbal dispute at a transit stop, claiming he brandished a gun. The firearm was actually recovered from a companion, not from our client, and the initial report was thin, failing to identify any witness who saw him holding it and relying on a vague alleged admission. We pulled the bodycam and paperwork, dissected the timeline, and challenged the state's proof of possession. We also highlighted the context that he was responding to a threat toward a family member. After sustained pressure, the prosecution agreed to reduce the case to a misdemeanor with credit for time served.

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Child Endangerment

Location

Dallas County, Criminal District Court No. 7

Allegations

Police pursued a child endangerment charge after a traffic stop escalated when the driver, worried about an old ticket, briefly tried to leave and crashed with a child in the car. In negotiations we focused the prosecutor on the panic-driven nature of the decision rather than any intent to harm. We presented mitigation and a plan for accountability that addressed the underlying concerns. The case was resolved by plea to deferred probation.

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Evading Arrest or Detention in a Motor Vehicle

Location

Dallas County, CDC7

Allegations

Officers attempted a traffic stop, and our client, worried about an old ticket warrant, kept driving and was later involved in a minor crash. He was charged with felony evading in a vehicle. We obtained the police reports and crash documentation and broke down the timeline of the attempted stop. The record left real doubt about whether he intentionally fled rather than simply panicked, and key details in the officers' accounts did not line up. We presented those problems to the prosecutor, and the state dismissed the case.

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Public Intoxication

Location

Dallas County, Cedar Hill Municipal Court

Allegations

The client was cited for public intoxication after leaving a restaurant. Officers approached, asked to question him, and arrested him soon after he declined to answer. No breath or blood test was taken, and the report leaned on an anonymous tip rather than observations that he was a danger to himself or others. We entered the case, demanded discovery, and made clear we were ready for a jury trial while challenging the sufficiency of the evidence on the core elements. The prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Interference with an Emergency Call (911)

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 10

Allegations

After a heated family dispute, the client was accused of taking a phone and interrupting a 911 call. We secured the 911 recording and bodycam videos and analyzed the timeline in detail. The audio captured the client urging the caller not to hurt themself and did not clearly show a deliberate attempt to end the call. We also pointed out conflicts between the complainant’s account and another witness’s version of events. Faced with these proof issues and our readiness for trial, the State dismissed the case.

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Racing

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 9

Allegations

Officers alleged our client was racing after a quick burst from a stoplight with another driver. He told us he accelerated briefly, then returned to normal speed, and he gave no statements when later stopped and arrested. We obtained the police reports and scrutinized whether the elements of a racing offense were actually met. Citing the short duration, lack of continued participation, and no admissions, we pushed for an alternative path. The client completed pretrial intervention and the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Disorderly Conduct - Exposure (Class C)

Location

Dallas County, Justice of the Peace, 3-1

Allegations

After a complaint from rideshare passengers, our client received a citation alleging disorderly conduct exposure. Discovery showed no photos, video, or third-party corroboration, only conflicting statements about what was said and shown in the car. We pressed the prosecutor on the proof problems and the practical risk to both sides if the case went to trial. Leveraging those weaknesses, we secured a short deferred probation with a modest fine and no conviction. After completion, the client became eligible to move forward with an expunction.

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Unlawful Restraint

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 10

Allegations

After a family dispute, a relative left the residence on foot. The client located her, helped her into a car, and she attempted to call 911, which led to an arrest for unlawful restraint. Our team got involved early, monitored the filing status, and once it was filed obtained the state’s discovery. We collected witness statements and background materials that framed the incident as a safety concern and challenged the initial narrative. The complainant later indicated she did not wish to continue. We pressed these issues with the prosecutor, and the state dismissed the case.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Dallas County, 265th Judicial District Court

Allegations

Already on supervision for a felony drug case, the client missed reporting after becoming homeless and relocating, and a revocation was filed. A later traffic stop led to arrest on the warrant and an initial push from prior counsel to accept months in jail. We took over, compiled proof of steady employment and caregiving, pointed to clean drug tests and an assessment recommending marijuana classes, and coordinated a voluntary surrender to clear the warrant. After negotiations with the prosecutor and probation, the court kept the client on supervision with added conditions.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Dallas County, Criminal District Court No. 2

Allegations

The client was on deferred adjudication when probation alleged violations for a positive drug test and failure to participate in required classes. We reviewed the motion, confirmed the treatment issue was tied to payments, and arranged re-enrollment. Our team expedited an evaluation and met with the client in custody to prepare and prevent further setbacks. We engaged the prosecutor early, pushing to preserve deferred status while addressing compliance gaps. The case ended with continued probation on modified terms, including a marijuana class and renewed therapy, and the client was released.

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Resisting or Evading Arrest

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 5

Allegations

Officers stopped the client after a 911 reckless driving report. During the encounter, things escalated and the client was accused of resisting or evading, though the client later had little recollection of the exchange. We secured the reports and bodycam, mapped out the timeline, and scrutinized whether clear commands were given and whether there was any intentional obstruction or flight. We pressed the State on the gaps in proof and made clear we were ready to litigate. The prosecution dismissed the case.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Dallas County, 265th Judicial District Court

Allegations

The client was on felony deferred probation when a traffic stop for a broken plate bracket led to a drug paraphernalia citation. Probation filed a motion to revoke and warrants issued. We moved quickly, notified the court, coordinated a plan for surrender and release, and requested the body and dash camera from the stop. We showed the only alleged violation was a minor Class C ticket and that the client had completed fees, classes, and service with only months left. The State withdrew the revocation and the court dismissed it, allowing the client to remain on supervision.