Criminal Defense Case Results in Ellis, TX

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Ellis County, COUNTY COURT AT LAW NO 2

Allegations

While on misdemeanor probation, the state filed a motion to revoke based on new allegations and claimed violations of bond and supervision terms. We obtained the motion and underlying reports, broke down the timeline, and compared it to our client's documented check-ins and monitoring records. Several assertions did not line up with the compliance history. We communicated those problems to the prosecutor and made clear we were ready to contest the revocation. The state withdrew the motion and the court dismissed the case.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Ellis County, COUNTY COURT AT LAW NO 2

Allegations

A motion to revoke our client's misdemeanor probation was filed after authorities alleged a violation tied to new, unadjudicated accusations. We obtained the revocation packet and reviewed the supervision file and supporting documents in detail. Our team disputed the factual basis for any violation and emphasized the absence of reliable proof. We prepared to contest the motion and set out our position clearly. The prosecution dismissed the revocation, and the case was closed.

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Stalking (Felony)

Location

Ellis County, None

Allegations

The client was arrested after a dating partner reported stalking. We got involved early, opened communication with the prosecutor, and focused on the actual context of the relationship. The complaining witness later signed an affidavit of non-prosecution, which we documented and delivered to the state. With the complainant unwilling to proceed, we pressed for a negotiated resolution. The case was resolved with deferred probation, avoiding the risks of trial while the client complies with court terms.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Ellis County, COUNTY COURT AT LAW NO 2

Allegations

The client was on misdemeanor probation when the state filed a motion to revoke based on a new arrest. We reviewed the underlying allegations, which were still under investigation, and documented that the complaining witness did not wish to pursue charges. We compiled proof of ongoing compliance and questioned whether the state could show a willful breach. After sustained pressure in negotiations, the state dismissed the motion and the case was closed.

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Invasive Visual Recording

Location

Ellis County, 443RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT

Allegations

Police opened a case after a small camera was discovered in a private residence and our client was arrested days later on an invasive visual recording allegation. We moved quickly to obtain the reports and recordings, speak with the complainant, and outline weaknesses in proving the elements of the offense. The complainant did not want to pursue the case and signed an affidavit of non-prosecution, which we presented to the prosecutor. After sustained negotiations highlighting evidentiary hurdles, the state dismissed the case.

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DWI - Third Offense

Location

Ellis County, COUNTY COURT AT LAW NO 2

Allegations

Police encountered our client parked after the vehicle had run out of fuel, and they noted alcohol in the car. We focused on the element of operation, pointing out there was no clear evidence the client was driving at the time of contact and that any drinking could have occurred only after stopping. We challenged probable cause in a suppression hearing and scrutinized the warrant-based blood draw. The court declined to suppress, but the weaknesses were clear. We used that leverage to negotiate deferred probation, keeping a conviction off the record and setting up a path to dismissal.

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Accident Involving Injury

Location

Ellis County, 443RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT

Allegations

Police filed an accident involving injury charge after our client crashed into a parked car. From the start, we questioned whether anyone was actually hurt. We obtained the investigative file, pressed for the blood results, and had the toxicology reviewed for possible drink tampering given the client's memory gaps. The records showed property damage but no identifiable injured party, and the state’s file could not establish the required injury element. We presented those deficiencies, and the case was dismissed.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Ellis County, COUNTY COURT AT LAW NO 2

Allegations

After a single vehicle collision with a parked car, our client was arrested for a first offense DWI. They reported limited drinking and significant memory gaps, so we centered our defense on the blood evidence and requested the full lab file and chain of custody records. We raised concerns about potential drug involvement indicated by the memory issues and noted the absence of any injured party. With those issues on the table and ready to litigate, we negotiated straight probation, avoiding jail time and keeping terms as favorable as possible.

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Duty on Striking an Unattended Vehicle

Location

Ellis County, COUNTY COURT AT LAW NO 2

Allegations

Police alleged the client struck a parked, unoccupied vehicle and left without leaving information. The client reported a significant memory gap from that night, raising concerns about possible involuntary intoxication. We obtained the crash report and dispatch records and pressed for all video and toxicology. We emphasized gaps in proof about what the client perceived at the scene and whether any meaningful opportunity to exchange information existed. Faced with those issues, the prosecution dismissed the case.