Criminal Defense Case Results in Houston, TX

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Harris County, Criminal Court at Law No. 11

Allegations

During a traffic stop, officers found a handgun in the vehicle's glovebox and filed a UCW charge. Our client reported having a valid license to carry. We reviewed the police paperwork and documented that the weapon was secured in the glovebox with no evidence of unlawful conduct. We challenged whether the elements of UCW were met and raised legal concerns about how the firearm was discovered. After sustained negotiations and readiness to litigate, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Minor in Possession of E-Cigarette

Location

Harris County, Baytown Municipal Court

Allegations

A traffic stop for equipment issues escalated when the officer pulled our client from the car and searched without consent, finding an e-cigarette in the console. Because the client was under 21, a citation followed. We obtained discovery, scrutinized the basis for the stop and the scope of the search, and pressed the state on those weaknesses. After sustained negotiations with the prosecutor, we resolved the case with deferred probation, keeping a conviction off the record.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Harris County, 232nd District Court

Allegations

The client was on misdemeanor probation when a motion to revoke was filed after a visit with supervision, and bond was initially denied. Family reported he had been told payments could be caught up later, yet he was taken into custody over alleged noncompliance and a new arrest. We moved quickly to address custody, investigated the alleged violations, and highlighted inconsistencies in the basis for revocation. After sustained negotiations with the prosecution and pressure in court, the revocation was dropped and the case dismissed.

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Galveston County, County Court at Law No. 2

Allegations

After a traffic stop for an alleged lane violation, our client was arrested and charged with unlawful carrying of a weapon when officers discovered a firearm. We obtained the patrol video and reports, then scrutinized whether the stop and the manner of discovery complied with the law. The officer's account of the driving and the justification for the detention did not align with the evidence. We prepared a suppression challenge and kept steady pressure on the prosecutor about the defects. Confronted with those problems, the state dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Montgomery County, County Court at Law #1

Allegations

Police arrested our client after a domestic argument at a residence escalated when the client returned to pick up belongings. The case relied on the complainant's initial statement and a brief admission at the scene. We quickly obtained body camera footage, the 911 call, and all reports, and pressed the State to scrutinize the evidence. The complainant later confirmed they did not wish to prosecute and signed an affidavit of non prosecution, which we presented to the State. We also moved to ease restrictive bond terms affecting family contact. The prosecutor dismissed the charge.

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Harris County, CC4

Allegations

Our client was accused of unlawful carrying of a weapon after an encounter with police. We obtained the evidence, reviewed the reports and available recordings, and analyzed whether the officers had a lawful basis to detain our client and seize the firearm. We challenged gaps in the state's proof on essential elements and highlighted inconsistencies in the narrative. After presenting our findings and making clear we were prepared to litigate suppression issues, the state dismissed the case.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Harris County, 185th DC

Allegations

The client faced a felony motion to revoke probation after alleged supervision violations were reported. We secured the probation file and supporting materials, then evaluated each allegation against the documented terms and compliance. We identified gaps in the proof and challenged whether the State could meet its burden at a contested hearing. After presenting these issues and signaling readiness to proceed, the prosecution agreed to dismiss the motion. The client remained on supervision without new penalties.

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Possession of Marijuana

Location

Brazoria County, CC4

Allegations

Our client was stopped for an expired registration when the officer claimed to smell marijuana and searched the vehicle without consent. A small amount was found in a bag, and the client was arrested while denying ownership and with no prior record. We obtained discovery, challenged the basis for the search, and pointed out inconsistencies in the officer’s claims about odor and supposed ash evidence. We also provided a clean drug test. Confronted with these issues, the prosecution moved to dismiss and the case was closed.

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Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Location

Montgomery County, 359th Judicial District Court

Allegations

Police were called after a domestic dispute where both sides claimed minor contact. The client acknowledged retrieving a firearm to move it out of reach and consistently maintained it was never pointed or fired. Arrest followed on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon theory. We documented the context, emphasized the absence of any threat or brandishing, and noted the complainant’s reluctance at the scene. Leveraging those weaknesses, we negotiated a reduction to a lesser offense with credit for time served.

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Public Intoxication

Location

Montgomery County, Justice of the Peace Precinct 3

Allegations

After a dispute outside a bar, officers arrested our client for public intoxication. Security had tried to keep the group from driving, and a verbal confrontation followed. No field sobriety tests or breath test were conducted. The client was told a ride home was an option but stayed at the scene while another person was being detained, after which officers chose to arrest. We challenged whether the legal elements were met, highlighting the lack of evidence of danger and the availability of safe transport, and secured deferred probation.

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Assault - Class C

Location

Montgomery County, Justice of the Peace Precinct 3

Allegations

After a night out, bar security tried to take our client’s keys and physically block his exit. He admits he pushed past to leave, and officers later cited him for Class C assault based on the guard’s complaint. We obtained the incident report and documented how the contact arose only from being blocked and an attempt to leave, with no injury and disputed intent to harm. We presented those proof issues to the prosecutor. The state dismissed the case.

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Theft (Class C)

Location

Montgomery County, JP3 County Courts

Allegations

The client was stopped by store personnel after a self checkout transaction and cited for Class C theft when staff claimed several items were scanned under a cheaper barcode. Officers issued a citation and released the client. We entered early, obtained the receipt and transaction details, and documented the client’s clean history and cooperation. We pressed the prosecution on proof of intent and proportionality, providing mitigating materials. After negotiations, the prosecutor dismissed the case.