Is Burning Someone on the Leg with a Cigarette Considered “Assault” in Texas?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Simple assault is a misdemeanor offense in Texas. Assault is defined as “intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to… Continue reading Is Burning Someone on the Leg with a Cigarette Considered “Assault” in Texas?

Harris County DA May Charge Driver with Murder in Fatal Auto Accident

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents, Harris County

On February 2, 2020, Harris County sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene of a fatal accident on Bammel North Houston… Continue reading Harris County DA May Charge Driver with Murder in Fatal Auto Accident

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence can elevate a misdemeanor charge into a felony offense. For example, under Section 22.01 of the Texas Penal… Continue reading How Domestic Violence Can Raise Misdemeanor Assault to a Felony

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Traffic Offenses

Not all traffic violations involve actions you make while driving a vehicle. Even if you are simply walking down a… Continue reading Can I Be Ticketed for a Traffic Violation as a Pedestrian?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

When it comes to drug crimes, law enforcement need not actually find illegal contraband on your person. If the police… Continue reading How You May Face Drug Charges Even if the Drugs Do Not Belong to You

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law

A first-time DWI offense in Texas is normally a Class B misdemeanor punishable by up to 180 days in jail,… Continue reading Can I Be Arrested for DWI If I’m Not Driving?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense

Any criminal charge is a serious matter. But if you are already on probation–or community supervision, as it is known… Continue reading Does Admitting to a Possible Crime at a Probation Hearing Prevent Me from Arguing Self-Defense at Trial?

White collar crimes include a wide variety of offenses related to forgery and counterfeiting. For example, under federal law, it… Continue reading Houston Man Sentenced to 27 Months for Passport Forgery

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation

Even if you are not driving while intoxicated, it is still against the law in Texas to have an open… Continue reading Can Cops Arrest Me for an Open Container of Alcohol in My Car?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime

In a criminal trial, the defendant has the right to introduce evidence that may serve to undermine the state’s case… Continue reading What Is the “Rape Shield” Law in Texas?