Criminal Defense Case Results in Guadalupe, TX

Charge

Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Location

Guadalupe County, None

Allegations

Our client was arrested after a welfare check during a mental health crisis at home. He had a handgun and spoke only of harming himself, and the family left immediately. After he declined to open the door for a period, officers forced entry and took him into custody, causing injuries. We secured a sworn statement from the spouse confirming the gun was never pointed at anyone and that she did not feel endangered, and we documented his mental health treatment efforts. We challenged whether the elements of aggravated assault were met. The state dismissed the case.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Guadalupe County, County Court at Law #2

Allegations

The client was on misdemeanor probation when a motion to revoke was filed alleging alcohol use after a brief police contact with no arrest. We moved fast to obtain the revocation packet and compiled proof of compliance, including a negative test, completion of required classes, and substantial community service. We highlighted inconsistencies in probation records and the lack of any new law violation, along with procedural issues stemming from a change in supervision. After pressing those weaknesses with the prosecutor, the State withdrew and the court dismissed the motion.

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Assault - Family Violence (Class C)

Location

Guadalupe County, Cibolo MC

Allegations

The case began after a domestic argument at a residence. Officers responded, noted no injuries, and made no arrest. Weeks later our client received a Class C citation based largely on a third party call from someone who did not witness the incident. We secured the reports and pointed out the absence of physical contact, the hearsay basis of the allegation, and the complainant's unwillingness to participate. With proof issues and no cooperative witness, the prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Failure to Control Speed

Location

Guadalupe County, JP4

Allegations

Following a crash, the client received a citation for Failure to Control Speed in traffic court. We secured the crash report and any available video, then compared the narrative to what would be admissible proof of speed and control. We pressed the prosecutor on gaps in the evidence and whether the state could meet its burden without direct observations. We set the case for a contested hearing and made clear we were ready to try it. The state dismissed the citation.

Charge

Assault - Family Violence

Location

Guadalupe County, None

Allegations

Police were called to a domestic dispute after our client phoned for help to calm an argument at home. The incident involved mutual slaps, and photos documented no visible injury. We compiled a mitigation packet detailing the spouse's cognitive health issues, the client's cooperative call for assistance, and the lack of injuries or prior history. The spouse later made clear they did not wish to proceed, which we relayed to the prosecutor. After sustained discussions and review of our materials, the state declined to pursue the case. The charge was dismissed.

Charge

Injury to a Child, Elderly Individual, or Disabled Individual

Location

Guadalupe County, None

Allegations

Following a domestic dispute at a residence, our client called police for help and was arrested for injury to an elderly or disabled individual. We obtained photos showing no notable injury and documented that the incident arose from a medical episode with brief mutual contact. We emphasized the client’s lack of criminal history and that he was the one who sought assistance. We presented these facts and evidentiary weaknesses to the prosecutor. The state declined to pursue the case and dismissed it.

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Evading Arrest in a Vehicle

Location

Guadalupe County, CC2

Allegations

Following an encounter with officers, the client was charged with felony evading arrest in a vehicle. We acted quickly to manage the docket, secured a waiver of the initial arraignment, and got the client scheduled for program screenings. We documented the client's prompt compliance with all referrals to show suitability for diversion. Our team coordinated the diversion intake and prepared the client for the final interview. The prosecutor approved pre-trial diversion, keeping a conviction off the record while the client completes the program.

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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Location

Guadalupe County, JP2

Allegations

After a traffic stop, officers said they smelled marijuana, searched the vehicle, and issued our client a citation for drug paraphernalia. We stepped in immediately, filed our appearance, and demanded full discovery, including patrol video, offense reports, and an inventory of any items seized. We made clear that any discussion would wait until we reviewed the evidence. The prosecutor chose to dismiss the citation rather than provide the materials. The case was closed, keeping a paraphernalia conviction off the client’s record.

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Assault - Family Violence (Strangulation)

Location

Guadalupe County, County Court at Law # 2

Allegations

Police were called to a residence after a family member dialed 911 during a loud argument. Our client was arrested on an allegation of strangulation based largely on the initial on-scene account. In the days that followed, the complaining witness told us they did not want to prosecute and described mutual shouting after drinking, with no intent to harm. We documented that position, communicated it to the state, and followed up persistently. Before the next setting, the prosecutor filed a motion to dismiss, which the court granted.

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DWI - Second Offense

Location

Guadalupe County, CC2

Allegations

The client faced a second DWI. We secured the discovery, examined the state's proof item by item, and identified weaknesses in how the case was put together. We organized those issues and presented them to the prosecution, making clear we were ready to challenge them in court. That leverage led to negotiations focused on a lesser allegation. The state ultimately reduced the charge.