Criminal Defense Case Results in Galveston, TX

Charge

DWI - First Offense

Location

Galveston County, CC3

Allegations

Police stopped our client for a lane violation and conducted field sobriety tests after the client admitted to drinking. The client consented to a breath test that reported roughly a 0.15 result. We obtained the video, reports, and breath-test records, and pressed the state on the basis for the stop, the administration of the tests, and the reliability of the machine. We emphasized the client's cooperation and lack of prior DWI convictions. After negotiations, the prosecutor agreed to reduce the charge.

Charge

Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Galveston County, 405th District Court

Allegations

The client was stopped during security screening for a trip and a search of a pill container revealed a single oxycodone tablet mixed with other prescribed medication. Charged with felony possession under one gram, they faced serious consequences over one pill. We got involved immediately, minimized court appearances, and documented that this was an inadvertent mix-up rather than criminal intent. At our direction the client completed a brief drug awareness course and we presented that mitigation to the prosecutor. The state agreed and dismissed the case.

Charge

Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Galveston County, 212th District Court

Allegations

Authorities detained our client at a travel checkpoint after a K9 alert, then searched luggage and claimed to find multiple controlled substances. We obtained the reports and scrutinized the legal basis for the alert, the scope of the search, and the manner in which the frisk was conducted. We raised concerns with the prosecution about how the evidence was discovered and handled, and we highlighted significant mitigating factors. After sustained negotiations, the state agreed to forgo jail time. The case resolved with a plea to straight probation.

Charge

Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Galveston County, 212th District Court

Allegations

Security personnel detained our client at a screening checkpoint after a K9 alert to checked luggage. A search uncovered several controlled substances and the case was filed as a felony possession. We obtained the reports and evidence logs, scrutinizing the basis for the sniff, the scope of the search, and chain of custody on what was seized. We raised these problems with the prosecutor and presented strong mitigation. After firm negotiations, the state agreed to a plea that avoided prison and resulted in straight probation.