Criminal Defense Case Results in Houston, TX

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Possession of THC (State Jail Felony)

Location

Montgomery County, 221st Judicial District Court

Allegations

During a traffic stop for expired registration, officers claimed to smell marijuana and deployed a K9 to search the vehicle, finding a THC vape in the driver's door. We pulled the bodycam and dashcam videos and the lab reports, then challenged the basis for the stop and the scope of the search while pressing the prosecutor on proof problems. We secured placement in a pretrial diversion with limited requirements, including a brief class and community service. After completion, the state dismissed the case.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Brazoria County, 300th District Court

Allegations

The client was on felony probation from a prior drug case when probation filed a motion to revoke, alleging failure to report. He was in custody when we were hired, so we fast-tracked a review of the probation file and addressed bond, securing his release while we prepared for the hearing. We obtained the revocation packet, verified the timeline of alleged violations, and assembled mitigating documentation. After firm negotiations and readiness to contest the allegations, the state withdrew the motion and the court dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Fort Bend County, County Court at Law 3

Allegations

Police were called to a hotel after an argument that followed a day of drinking. Officers noted the complainant’s black eye and arrested our client, who said he acted defensively. The 911 call came from a third party, the complainant later expressed no interest in prosecution, and a child’s reported account conflicted with the fact the child had been asleep. We compiled these credibility problems and highlighted the lack of reliable evidence. After sustained negotiations with the DA, the state dismissed the case.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Harris County, CC12

Allegations

After a traffic stop for alleged swerving, officers had our client do field tests, then let them drive to a nearby lot. The client declined breath testing, a warrant was obtained, and blood was drawn at the jail. We reviewed video and paperwork and found issues, including unclear test instructions and a mislabeled blood record that undermined chain of custody. We pressed these problems and challenged the BAC’s reliability. The case was reduced, and the client received credit for time served, avoiding probation and further jail.

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Felony MTRP

Allegations

The individual was arrested for a probation violation due to missed meetings, unpaid fees, and lack of phone communication. The client had no prior convictions, only traffic-related arrests.

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Public Intox

Allegations

The client was arrested for public intoxication following an altercation with a family member at a hotel room. Police were called, and upon their arrival, the individual was accused of intoxication despite claims of sobriety.

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DWI >.15

Allegations

The individual was arrested for DWI after being pulled over for making a wide right turn. BAC tested over .15. The client had no prior offenses.

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Misdemeanor MTRP

Allegations

The individual faced charges for failing to check in with a probation officer after a change in the location of the probation office and the lack of transportation options.

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DWI 3rd

Allegations

The client was arrested for DWI after a traffic stop for swerving. The client refused field sobriety testing and a blood test. The client was on parole at the time for a burglary offense.

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DWI B/DWI 1st

Allegations

The individual was arrested after a traffic stop for swerving. The client refused a breath test and admitted to consuming alcohol. No field sobriety tests were completed because the client said they had concerns about balance issues due to a medical condition. Blood was drawn under a warrant.

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Assault Family Violence misd.

Allegations

The client was arrested after a domestic dispute involving a family member that escalated into a physical altercation. The incident resulted in assault charges, and the client was concerned about the impact on future educational opportunities.

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POCS felony

Allegations

The client was arrested at a gas station after being found behind the wheel of the vehicle with the engine off. The client said he had stopped at the gas station to call for a ride and use the restroom, and was waiting for his ride to arrive.