Criminal Defense Case Results in Harris, TX

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Harris County, CC2

Allegations

After a flat tire, the client pulled off the road, turned the car off, and called for a tow. An officer arrived, not from a traffic stop, asked about drinking, ran limited field tests, and later obtained a breath sample at the station. We pulled the videos and reports and challenged operation and probable cause, stressing the car was off and no timeline linked any breath result to driving. At a pretrial hearing, the court found no probable cause, and the State dismissed.

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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Harris County, 184thDC

Allegations

The case began with a traffic stop for speeding. During the encounter, officers extended the stop and searched the vehicle, reporting that cocaine was concealed under a floor mat. We secured the dash and body cam, dissected the timeline for prolonging the stop, and challenged the legal basis for the search and the handling of the substance once seized. We pressed these issues in negotiations with the prosecutor. The result was a plea to straight probation on the felony, keeping our client out of prison.

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DWI - Third Offense

Location

Harris County, 184thDC

Allegations

A traffic stop for speeding led to an arrest after the officer noted an admission to drinking, field sobriety tests, and a blood draw. Soon after, the court imposed strict bond terms, including a SCRAM monitor that triggered from everyday products. We scrutinized the reports and lab records, challenged the reliability of the testing and the breadth of the conditions, and pushed to replace SCRAM with an ignition interlock and fewer check-ins. Using that leverage, we negotiated straight probation with a treatment component, avoiding incarceration.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Harris County, CC6

Allegations

After a rear-end collision, police questioned our client about drinking and were told they had a couple. The officer ran only the eye test, skipped the walk-and-turn and one-leg-stand, and made an arrest. A breath test was taken later, and the result was not provided at the time. We pulled the crash file, dash and bodycam, and the breath-testing records, emphasizing the limited field testing and procedural gaps. Using those weaknesses, we negotiated a reduction and secured a sentence of time served.

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DWI - Second Offense

Location

Harris County, CC10

Allegations

After a traffic stop for speeding, the client admitted to drinking a couple beers, performed field sobriety tests, and was arrested. A blood sample was taken at the jail under a warrant, and the client said no statutory warnings were given and that he was told he had to submit. We dug into the reports and video, scrutinizing the advisements, the timing and execution of the warrant, and the circumstances of the jail draw. With the case filed as a second offense, we used those weaknesses to press for relief. The prosecution agreed to reduce the charge, and we negotiated a resolution for credit for time served.

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Evading Arrest or Detention with a Vehicle

Location

Harris County, C486

Allegations

Stopped for a traffic violation, the client continued driving briefly to find a safe spot to pull over and was booked for evading in a vehicle. Our team stepped in early, obtained discovery, and reconstructed the timeline of the stop. We pressed the state on the requirement to prove intent to flee and presented the client's safety based reason for the short delay. With that context and our willingness to litigate the issue, the prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Public Intoxication

Location

Harris County, Webster Municipal Court

Allegations

After spending time at a residence, our client accepted a ride from an acquaintance. Directions went awry, tempers flared, and the client exited the car to avoid further conflict. The other person struck first, causing the client to fall and twist an ankle. When officers arrived, the client was upset and loud, and both individuals were cited for public intoxication. We emphasized that our client tried to disengage, was injured, and had no prior record. Using those facts, we negotiated deferred probation to keep a conviction off the record.

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Disorderly Conduct (Class C)

Location

Harris County, Webster Municipal Court

Allegations

After a tense argument with an acquaintance spilled into a public area, our client was struck and fell, injuring his leg. He briefly restrained the other person while yelling for it to stop when officers arrived to the commotion and cited him for disorderly conduct. We obtained the reports and highlighted that he raised open hands, was the one injured, and acted to prevent further violence. We challenged whether his conduct met the elements of a public disturbance and pressed the prosecutor. The state dismissed the case.

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DWI (BAC Over .15)

Location

Harris County, CC15

Allegations

The client was stopped after a wide right turn and asked to perform sobriety tests despite a hip injury that affected balance. They consented to a breath test and were surprised by a result over .15. We highlighted the client's hip injury, explained how it undercut the walk-and-turn, and questioned whether the officer's instructions were adequate and whether the statutory warnings were given. We also emphasized the timing of the last drink and potential absorption issues. Through sustained negotiations, the prosecution agreed to pre-trial diversion.

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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony)

Location

Harris County, DC 177th

Allegations

Officers approached our client while the vehicle was parked at a fuel station and later reported finding about 0.74 grams of cocaine in a wallet. We obtained the police reports and lab documentation and dug into the circumstances that led to the wallet being searched. Our team challenged the legal basis for the search and scrutinized the chain of custody and testing. We presented our suppression arguments and evidentiary concerns to the prosecution. The State dismissed the case.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Harris County, CC6

Allegations

After a single-vehicle crash, officers investigated for DWI and obtained a blood sample. Bodycam footage showed the client visibly impaired and emotional, making a trial strategy risky. We pursued pretrial resolution options, but diversion was denied due to aggravating factors, including a high blood alcohol result and the accident. We then focused on minimizing jail exposure and collateral consequences. Through negotiation, the State agreed to a one-year straight probation with classes, interlock, and community service, avoiding confinement.

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Resisting or Evading Arrest

Location

Harris County, CC14

Allegations

The case arose after a traffic incident that sent our client to a medical facility, where officers later tried to take him into custody. In the confusion that followed, police reported that he did not immediately comply with commands, leading to a resisting or evading charge. We dug into the incident timeline and arrest paperwork to contextualize his behavior and presented mitigating factors tied to his post-incident condition. After sustained negotiations, the state agreed to a straight probation offer, sparing additional jail time.