Criminal Defense Case Results in Houston, TX

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Harris County, 184th DC

Allegations

The probation department filed a motion to revoke after a series of positive drug screens. The client self surrendered on the warrant, and we immediately obtained the probation file and lab reports, assessed the alleged violations, and prepared to contest them. In parallel, we worked with family to line up an inpatient treatment option and addressed bond concerns to show the court a concrete plan for compliance. We packaged this mitigation with our legal challenges and pushed the State to reconsider. The prosecutor withdrew the allegations and the court dismissed the motion.

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Illegal Dumping of Trash

Location

Galveston County, 405th DC

Allegations

Officers responded to a report of a small burn pile on private property. Later, the individual was arrested and charged with felony illegal dumping. We obtained the police reports and body camera video and closely analyzed the statute. We challenged whether any disposal occurred at an unauthorized site and whether the state could prove the alleged weight range. The evidence reflected a controlled burn on the property with no reliable measure of debris. After we pressed these gaps with the prosecutor and prepared to litigate, the state dismissed the case.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Galveston County, 405th DC

Allegations

The client faced a felony motion to revoke probation after a new arrest for alleged illegal dumping and a late report to supervision. We coordinated a planned surrender and sought a bond reduction to avoid extended jail time. Our team obtained the reports and video from the new case, compared them to the statute, and identified that the conduct on private property did not satisfy key elements. We also presented the client’s long record of clean compliance. The prosecution dismissed the new case and withdrew the revocation, and the MTR was dismissed.

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Unlawful Disclosure or Promotion of Intimate Visual Material

Location

Harris County, 209th DC

Allegations

The state alleged our client shared an intimate photo with a third party after a relationship dispute. We obtained the image and related messages and showed the photo did not reveal a face, creating real doubt about who was depicted. We also challenged whether the state could prove lack of consent or any intent to harm, both required under the statute. After we outlined these evidentiary gaps and credibility issues, the prosecution agreed it could not meet its burden. The case was dismissed.

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Reckless Driving

Location

Harris County, County Court At Law 7

Allegations

After a high speed stop, the client was arrested and charged with reckless driving. We stepped in early, obtained the reports, and opened a dialogue with the prosecutor about a nonconviction resolution. We negotiated a deal that required completion of a driving safety class and compliance with limited conditions in exchange for dismissal. Our team coordinated enrollment, tracked progress, and filed the certificates ahead of the court setting. With those requirements satisfied, the State dismissed the case.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Harris County, CCL3

Allegations

While on misdemeanor DWI probation, the client faced a revocation alleging late fees, alcohol use based on ignition‑interlock reports, a missed UA, and license issues. We secured the full probation file and device records, documenting repeated equipment malfunctions noted by the installer and that all arrears were brought current. We supplemented the file with medical documentation, caregiver responsibilities, and proof of completed treatment and ongoing meetings. We challenged the foundation for the tech evidence and prepared for a contested hearing. Confronted with weak proof and substantial compliance, the State dismissed the revocation.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Brazoria County, County Court at Law #4

Allegations

The client was on probation for reckless driving when a new arrest in another county triggered a motion to revoke in Brazoria. After transfer to local custody, we moved quickly to get the probation file, verify past amendments, and calculate jail credit. We opened negotiations with the prosecutor, pushing back on a full revocation or extended probation and proposing a limited sanction that recognized time already served. The State agreed to reduce the sanction, and the court credited all days in custody, closing the case with time served.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Montgomery County, CC4

Allegations

An argument at a home between our client and a former partner led to a 911 call alleging multiple strikes. Officers arrived and quickly detained the client, but their report noted no visible injuries. We obtained the 911 recording, body camera footage, and all reports, compared each account, and emphasized the inconsistencies and lack of corroboration. After steady pressure in negotiations, the prosecution agreed to reduce the charge, and the case was resolved with credit for time served, with no additional time imposed.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Galveston County, None

Allegations

Police responded to a domestic dispute at a residence and arrested our client for assault after an argument ended with a phone being thrown and a minor cut reported. Bond conditions imposed no contact and barred the client from venues needed for work. We moved quickly, obtained the reports and bond order, and engaged with the prosecutor. The complaining witness made clear they did not wish to move forward and that the injury was accidental. We relayed that position, pushed for a prompt resolution, and prepared to challenge the restrictions. The state declined prosecution and dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence (Impeding Breath/Circulation)

Location

Montgomery County, 9th Judicial District Court

Allegations

A domestic argument at a home after drinking escalated, and officers arrested our client for felony family violence strangulation based on faint redness on the complainant's neck. He had called for help after being locked out and trying to leave. We reviewed the police reports and discovery, highlighting the lack of proof that breath was impeded and the minimal injury described. The complainant later submitted an affidavit of non-prosecution, which we presented to the prosecutor. Leveraging those weaknesses, we negotiated the case down to a lesser charge with deferred probation.

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Harris County, CCL16

Allegations

The weapon charge arose from a traffic stop where an officer said a caller reported reckless driving and, after the stop, a handgun was found in the vehicle. We obtained the dash and body camera video and scrutinized the reason for the stop, noting the officer relied on an unverified tip and shifting observations amid other emergency activity on the roadway. We also challenged the basis for the vehicle search and the connection between our client and the firearm. After we laid out these defects and prepared a suppression challenge, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Evading Arrest or Detention with a Vehicle

Location

Harris County, 263rd DC

Allegations

A patrol unit activated its lights behind our client on a crowded freeway near an active incident with multiple emergency vehicles. Dashcam video showed the client signaling, moving across lanes, then taking the first safe exit, turning on hazards, and stopping, where they complied. The officer labeled this as evading in a vehicle. We obtained the footage and reports and argued the state could not prove intent to flee and that a safe place to stop had not been available in traffic. Confronted with these issues, the prosecution dismissed the case.