Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation
During the holiday season, many Houston-area residents will attend social gatherings where alcohol is served. Aside from the obvious–never drive… Continue reading Tips for Avoiding an Open Container Charge This Holiday Season
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Theft
Fraud is a form of theft. In effect, it is the white collar crime equivalent of robbery. And while there… Continue reading Theft by Fraud is Still Theft in Texas
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation
You may not realize this, but you can be tried and convicted of a DWI with an open container violation… Continue reading Is it an Open Container Violation If I’m Not Actually Driving?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime
Every criminal defendant has a constitutional right to confront the witnesses against them. Such rights are especially crucial in sex… Continue reading Understanding Your Right to Confront Your Accuser in a Rape Trial
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
Misdemeanor criminal charges often start with a minor scuffle or incident that escalates once the police are called. In many… Continue reading What Is Considered Criminal Trespass in Texas?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Legislation and Law
If you are involved in a suspected DWI accident, the police will make every effort to take a blood sample… Continue reading When Can Police Take Blood Samples After a Possible DWI Accident?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI
A drunk driving charge is always a serious matter. But if you are accused of DWI while currently on community… Continue reading What Happens If I’m Charged with DWI While Out on Parole?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence
Once a domestic violence allegation is made to law enforcement, even a subsequent recantation by the accuser will not necessarily… Continue reading Can I Still Be Convicted of Family Violence Even if the Accuser Changed Her Story?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime
Synthetic marijuana–also known as synthetic cannabinoids or “fake weed”–refers to a wide range of human-produced, psychoactive chemicals that are typically… Continue reading What Are the Legal Consequences of Using Synthetic Marijuana?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
Many criminal cases are based on the testimony of an alleged accomplice. Prosecutors frequently convince an accomplice to cooperate in… Continue reading Can I Be Convicted of a Crime Based Solely on Accomplice Testimony?
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