Criminal Defense Case Results in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Dallas County, 265th Judicial District Court

Allegations

The client was nearing the end of a lengthy felony probation when a warrant issued for an alleged violation based on unpaid restitution. They had completed every other term without incident. We moved in quickly, focused negotiations on the clean supervision record and the client's limited means, and pushed back on revocation predicated only on nonpayment. After continued pressure, the state withdrew the motion and the court dismissed the proceeding. The client avoided jail and put the case behind them.

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Child Endangerment

Location

Denton County, 16th Judicial District Court

Allegations

A domestic dispute during a child exchange led to an arrest for child endangerment. Police responded to a disturbance, and the other parent alleged unsafe conduct and said a cell phone video existed. The state never produced that video. We secured the CPS file showing the investigation was closed without adverse findings, and we documented the complainant’s unwillingness to cooperate. After pressing the DA on the lack of corroboration and setting the case for trial, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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UCW

Allegations

The client was arrested for evading arrest after a wellness check, possessing controlled substances that were found in a car registered to another person, and unlawfully carrying a weapon. The client was also accused of tampering with evidence after a traffic stop.

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Misdemeanor MTRP

Allegations

The individual was arrested after driving under the influence with a child in the car, leading to an accident. The client was violating probation terms by consuming alcohol and was facing probation revocation and possible ISF placement.

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Felony MTRP

Allegations

The individual faced charges due to multiple misdemeanor and felony cases, with some cases still active and others closed.

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Misdemeanor MTRP

Allegations

The individual was facing criminal charges due to a probation violation related to the requirement of an ignition interlock device (IID). The breach occurred after consuming alcohol at a social event, leading to a positive IID test. Prior probation was for a DWI offense.

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reckless driving

Allegations

The individual was arrested for reckless driving after engaging in a high-speed race with two other cars on a highway. Police officers pulled over the individual's car and another, while the third car evaded capture.

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Harassment of Public Ser.

Allegations

The client was arrested for public intoxication after a flight. The individual fell asleep, woke up disoriented, and was accused of spitting on an officer while handcuffed. The client said these actions were unintentional due to distress and disorientation.

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Deadly Conduct Misdemeanor

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An individual was arrested while talking with a family member. The client was shocked by the arrest and was unclear on the reason. The client had a prior arrest for deadly conduct.

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Solicitation of Prostitution

Allegations

The individual was arrested and charged with solicitation of a prostitute during a sting operation after arranging to meet someone from a website.

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failure to appear

Allegations

The individual was arrested following a domestic disturbance that involved yelling and a minor physical altercation. Police were called by the ex-spouse, leading to charges due to mental health concerns because the client was undergoing treatment by a psychologist and was potentially facing a cancer diagnosis. The individual was later taken for a mental health evaluation.

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Resisting/Evading Arrest

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The individual was arrested for possession of a controlled substance, resisting arrest, and criminal trespass after an incident at a movie theater where the person worked. Police were called after a dispute. This led to charges despite claims of non-violence.