Criminal Defense Case Results in Houston, TX

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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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UCW

Allegations

The client was involved in a rollover accident, and a bottle with alcohol was found in the vehicle. Officers also detected the smell of alcohol. The client refused testing, and a warrant was issued for a blood test.

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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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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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Theft - Class B Misdemeanor

Location

Montgomery County, County Court at Law #5

Allegations

The case stemmed from a store incident where loss prevention confronted our client in the parking area about unscanned items after self-checkout. The client left the merchandise behind and drove away, and was later arrested on a warrant. We engaged the prosecutor early and laid out the circumstances, including that the items were left behind and not kept, and the alleged value was within the misdemeanor range. With that context, we pushed for a non-conviction outcome focused on accountability rather than punishment. The result was deferred probation, with the chance to clear the case upon successful completion of the conditions.

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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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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

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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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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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.