Criminal Defense Case Results in Houston, TX

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

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

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.

Charge

Assault with Bodily Injury

Location

Montgomery County, County Court at Law #4

Allegations

The client was arrested after an altercation that resulted in an accusation of bodily injury. We moved quickly to obtain the state's discovery, combed through the reports, and dissected the elements the prosecution would have to prove. Our team highlighted gaps in the evidence and context that undercut the allegation, and made clear we were ready to litigate those issues. After sustained negotiations and pressure on the proof, the prosecution dismissed the case.

Charge

Assault Causing Bodily Injury

Location

Montgomery County, CC4

Allegations

Our client was arrested after a chaotic dispute at an apartment complex involving several relatives and acquaintances. Witnesses reported the complainant hurled insults at the client's mother and then grabbed her. The client struck the complainant to protect his mother, and multiple people reported minor injuries. We collected witness accounts, emphasized mutual combat and self-defense, and highlighted conflicting accounts in the reports. After negotiations with the prosecutor, the state dismissed the case.

Charge

Assault - Family Violence

Location

Montgomery County, County Court at Law #5

Allegations

Police responded to a domestic dispute after an argument at a home. Our review showed the complainant had swung a household item, the client acted to block and calm the situation, and a family witness supported that account. We documented language issues and inconsistencies in the initial report, raised self‑defense, and secured an affidavit of non‑prosecution. The client completed recommended classes and we submitted character letters and certificates. With that record in hand, the prosecutor 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.