Criminal Defense Case Results in Houston, 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

DWI - Second Offense

Location

Brazoria County, County Court at Law #2

Allegations

Stopped for alleged swerving after leaving a bar, the client was arrested on a second DWI. They refused roadside tests and breath testing, and a blood sample was taken at a hospital after a significant delay. We scrutinized the stop, the timing of the draw, and the handling of the sample, emphasizing how the time gap could affect reliability. With a prior on the record, the stakes were high, but we leveraged these evidentiary issues in negotiations. The case was resolved with straight probation.

Charge

Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Brazoria County, CC4

Allegations

Stopped for a missing front plate and window tint, our client was arrested after voluntarily disclosing a lawfully owned firearm stored in the vehicle. No citations were issued for the equipment issues. We obtained the police reports and discovery, scrutinized the justification for the stop and the manner the weapon was found, and emphasized the absence of other illegal conduct and a clean record. We pressed these points with the prosecutor. The charge was reduced to a lesser offense with deferred probation.

Charge

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.

Charge

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.

Charge

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.

Charge

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.

Charge

DWI - First Offense

Location

Montgomery County, County Court at Law #4

Allegations

During a late night drive home from a small gathering, the client was stopped after a brief lane movement while trying to start a phone interface. The officer relocated the stop to a dark lot away from a passenger and conducted roadside tests. The report documented only one clue on the walk and turn and one leg stand, yet the client was arrested and later provided a breath sample. We dissected the reports, challenged the stop for lack of articulated unsafe driving, and raised concerns about how the investigation was handled. The state dismissed the case.

Charge

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.

Charge

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.

Charge

DWI - Second Offense

Location

Harris County, CC14

Allegations

After a traffic collision, our client was arrested on a second-offense DWI and transported for treatment. Officers secured a warrant, and the blood draw did not occur until several hours after the driving event. We reconstructed the timeline from the state's own paperwork and emphasized how the delay affected the weight of the evidence. With that leverage, we negotiated a resolution focused on supervision and rehabilitation. The case concluded with straight probation.

Charge

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.