Criminal Defense Case Results in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Denton County, CCC4

Allegations

A traffic stop for an alleged headlight issue escalated into a DWI investigation. Officers claimed the vehicle smelled like marijuana, conducted roadside tests, arrested the driver, and during a search found a handgun in the glove compartment, adding a UCW charge. We obtained the patrol video and reports and pointed out gaps around the basis for the stop, noting the headlights appear on when the video begins. We challenged the legality of the search and whether the facts actually proved unlawful carrying. Facing these proof problems and a suppression fight, the state dismissed the UCW case.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Denton County, CCC4

Allegations

The client was stopped for an alleged headlight issue and arrested after officers reported a marijuana odor. The initial portion of the dash video was missing, and when the recording began the headlights were on. Field sobriety tests were given, but our client appeared steady and no marijuana was found. A consensual blood draw later showed low THC levels with a wide margin of error. We challenged the basis for the stop, the missing video, and the reliability of the tests and lab results. The state reduced the case to a non DWI offense with deferred terms, keeping a conviction off the client's record.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Collin County, 296th District Court

Allegations

The client was on deferred adjudication for serious felonies when probation moved to revoke after missed appointments and multiple positive drug tests, including fentanyl. A prior short jail sanction had not addressed the root problems. We compiled treatment and mental health records and presented them as mitigation. After persistent negotiations with the state and probation, we secured rehabilitation over incarceration. The agreement kept supervision in place with a state-run inpatient program and aftercare, leaving the client on deferred probation.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Denton County, County Criminal Court #1

Allegations

During a rainstorm, the client hydroplaned in a rental car, struck a curb, and collided with another vehicle. Officers conducted field sobriety tests, and a breath sample later read 0.09. We obtained the dashcam, which showed the poor weather conditions and that the client did not appear severely impaired, and documented that she had hit her head in the crash. We requested maintenance and calibration records for the breath device and gathered letters of support while the client completed recommended classes. Using those issues and mitigation in negotiations, we secured deferred probation, keeping a conviction off the record.

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DWI with Child Passenger

Location

Dallas County, 265th Judicial District Court

Allegations

Police responded after two minor collisions and discovered the client had a young child in the vehicle. Officers conducted field sobriety tests, the client consented to a breath test, and an arrest followed. We obtained the crash and arrest reports, confirmed there were no injuries, and documented that the child was promptly released to family with no CPS involvement. With no prior record and full cooperation, we leveraged these mitigating facts in negotiations. The felony was reduced to a misdemeanor with deferred probation.

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Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Misdemeanor)

Location

Denton County, County Criminal Court #1

Allegations

The case stemmed from a collision with a parked vehicle, after which the driver left the immediate area. A witness called police and officers made contact with our client within minutes at a nearby location. We closely reviewed the report and timeline, highlighting the rapid contact and challenging whether the state could prove an intentional failure to stop and provide information. We pressed these issues with the prosecutor and prepared to litigate. The state dismissed the charge.

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Criminal Trespass (Class B Misdemeanor)

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 2

Allegations

Officers arrested our client for criminal trespass after they went to an acquaintance’s home, were told not to come inside, and remained just outside near the entry. Later, a hearing notice was sent to the wrong address, causing a missed setting and a warrant. Once hired, we moved to resolve the warrant and correct all contact information. We gathered medical records reflecting treatment after the incident, confirmed no prior history, and noted that no one was harmed. We pressed the State on whether the facts showed adequate notice and intent to remain. The prosecution dismissed the case.

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Theft (Misdemeanor)

Location

Denton County, County Criminal Court #1

Allegations

After a contentious business split, our client was accused of using a former business account to make two payments to a personal credit card. The client immediately called the bank and the card issuer to reverse the charges and documented those calls. We prepared for trial by building a precise timeline, obtaining financial records confirming the reversals, and presenting witnesses who explained the account mix-up and the lack of intent to deprive. We also challenged the complainant's credibility. The jury agreed, and the client was found not guilty.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Collin County, County Court at Law 5

Allegations

Responding officers found the client on the roadside with a flat tire, not in motion. One officer worked on the tire while another engaged in casual conversation for an extended period before beginning any DWI investigation. Field tests were later conducted at a different location, and the client, cold and nervous, consented to a blood draw that came back high. We dissected the bodycam and timeline, highlighting the prolonged pre-investigation contact and rising absorption issues. Using that leverage, we negotiated a reduction and secured deferred probation.

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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Tarrant County, CDC4

Allegations

Stopped near a residence for an alleged failure to signal while driving a rental, the client was ordered back into the car as additional officers arrived. She immediately disclosed there were two firearms in the vehicle, after which officers removed them and conducted a sweeping search. They reported finding a very small amount of cocaine along with cannabis items. We challenged the basis for the stop, the expansion into a full search after a minor traffic allegation, and questioning that began before proper warnings. Faced with these suppression issues, the prosecution dismissed the felony charge.

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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Tarrant County, CDC4

Allegations

Following a traffic stop near the client’s residence for an alleged failure to signal, officers ordered the client back into the vehicle. The client disclosed two lawfully owned firearms, after which officers conducted a search and reported finding a small amount of cocaine along with cannabis products. We obtained the video and reports, challenged the basis for the stop, the scope of the search, and the attempt to solicit cooperation before Miranda. Confronted with these suppression issues, the prosecution dismissed the felony.

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Possession of Marijuana

Location

Tarrant County, None

Allegations

Stopped near home for an alleged failure to signal, the client was ordered back into the car. They immediately disclosed two firearms, which officers removed before conducting a search that officers claimed revealed a small amount of marijuana and THC vape pens. We dissected the basis for the stop, the escalation at the scene, and whether there was lawful cause to search. We also raised concerns about pre-Miranda pressure to cooperate and the timing of the recording. Facing a suppression fight and credibility issues, the prosecution dismissed the case.