Criminal Defense Case Results in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

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DWI - Third Offense

Location

Tarrant County, CDC4

Allegations

The client was stopped after making a wrong-way turn and quickly correcting with a U-turn. Officers noted alcohol use, the client refused field sobriety tests, was arrested, and a blood draw was obtained by warrant. With two prior DWIs, prison was a real risk. We examined the stop, the affidavit for the blood warrant, and every detail in the reports, emphasizing the limited driving behavior and the absence of test performance due to the refusal. After sustained negotiations, the state agreed to straight probation.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Tarrant County, CCC6

Allegations

Police responded to a domestic disturbance and arrested our client at a residence. He consistently maintained that he did not strike anyone, and he had no prior history or protective order. We got involved immediately, obtained the case materials, and met with the prosecution to lay out the context of the argument and the limited severity of the allegations. We pressed for a full dismissal based on those facts and his clean record. The state agreed and dismissed the case.

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Public Intoxication

Location

Collin County, Frisco Municipal Court

Allegations

Police found our client asleep in a parked car after a night out. The vehicle was off, and the officer noted the client did not appear intent on driving. The only assessment performed was an eye test, and there was no allegation of driving or other risky behavior. We pressed those facts with the prosecutor, emphasizing the lack of operation of a vehicle and minimal indicators of impairment. With no priors and thin proof on essential elements, the state dismissed the case.

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Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Location

Denton County, CCC#2

Allegations

A family argument at a residence escalated when the client stepped in to protect a family member. During the chaos, a kitchen knife on the counter was briefly picked up to stop the confrontation, and the other person recorded video and called police. No one was injured, but the client was arrested and strict protective conditions were imposed. We obtained the video, documented the lack of injury and context, and presented the complainant’s stated desire not to prosecute to the DA. After sustained negotiations, the State dismissed the case.

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Possession of a Dangerous Drug

Location

Tarrant County, CCC9

Allegations

The client was detained at an airport after a flight when a reaction to new medication made them hard to rouse. During intake, officers found a single prescription tablet in a travel bag, not in its original container, and filed a misdemeanor dangerous drug charge. We obtained the discovery, scrutinized how the pill was found and documented, and challenged the state's proof of unlawful possession. We also provided supporting documentation from the client. The prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Tarrant County, D485

Allegations

While traveling, the client was detained after concerns about impairment and a search turned up two THC vape cartridges, one reportedly empty. Felony charges were filed based on the alleged total weight. We obtained the discovery, pulled the police reports and lab paperwork, and pressed the state on how the oil was measured and whether the empty cartridge was being counted. We also submitted mitigation, including a completion certificate and proof of positive steps taken. After sustained negotiations, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Possession of Marijuana

Location

Rockwall County, 439th District Court

Allegations

During a traffic stop, officers pulled everyone from a vehicle and a single vape pen fell from our client's pocket. The pen was alleged to contain THC oil, and the client said it had been bought over the counter. We challenged the basis for detaining and searching passengers and demanded full discovery on the stop, seizure, and lab work. Our review raised questions about the reliability of the testing method used on vape cartridges. Using those issues, we pressed negotiations until the state agreed to reduce the case to a lesser offense, keeping a felony off the table.

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Criminal Trespass (Misdemeanor)

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 5

Allegations

Officers responded to reports of shots in a secluded industrial area and stopped a car as it was exiting private property marked with a sign at the entrance. Our client said they did not realize the land was restricted and had already left when contacted. We obtained the police reports and focused on whether the state could prove knowing entry or remaining after receiving notice. With no prior record and weak proof of intent, we pressed the prosecutor. The state dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence (Class C)

Location

Dallas County, Carrollton Municipal Court

Allegations

A domestic dispute began in a parked car outside a residence. After both parties called 911, officers arrested our client for Class C family violence assault based largely on the other party’s initial claim. The client reported she was being grabbed by the ankles and threw a drink to get free. We obtained the police records and engaged early with the prosecutor. The complaining witness later signed an affidavit of non-prosecution, which we presented along with the self-defense context. The state dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence (Strangulation)

Location

Tarrant County, D396

Allegations

A domestic argument at a residence escalated, a neighbor called 911, and officers documented red marks before arresting our client for felony strangulation after taking the initial statement. The client consistently denied choking. Soon after, the complaining witness signed an affidavit of non-prosecution and described the incident as a misunderstanding. We presented that affidavit to the prosecutor, compared it against the police narrative, and challenged the proof on strangulation. After sustained negotiations, the charge was reduced, keeping a felony conviction off the client's record.

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Interference with an Emergency Call

Location

Tarrant County, CCC3

Allegations

A domestic argument at a residence led to an arrest for interfering with an emergency call after the complainant said the phone was slapped from their hand. We dug into the police reports and photos and documented that the contact and phone incident happened during a brief, heated exchange. The complainant later signed an affidavit of nonprosecution, which we presented to the DA. Using the evolving account and limited evidence of intent, we pressed for relief. The state reduced the charge, and we negotiated deferred probation on the lesser offense.

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Theft (Misdemeanor)

Location

Tarrant County, CCC9

Allegations

Police were called after our client attempted to remove a vehicle he believed he was authorized to recover based on information from third parties. Officers treated it as an unauthorized taking and filed a misdemeanor theft charge. We obtained the reports, gathered communications regarding the supposed authorization, and emphasized confusion over ownership and lack of intent to permanently deprive. We also arranged restitution to address the complainant’s loss. After sustained negotiations, the state agreed to deferred probation.