Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
For many people in Harris and Galveston counties, their first run-in with the law will be over a misdemeanor charge.… Continue reading 10 Common Misdemeanor Crimes in Texas
Read MoreHow to Fight a Crystal Meth Possession or Distribution Charge in Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Houston Criminal Cases
The television series Breaking Bad popularized the knowledge of crystallized methamphetamine–i.e., crystal meth–and the dangers it poses to producers and… Continue reading How to Fight a Crystal Meth Possession or Distribution Charge in Texas
Read MoreCapping Prison Sentences
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Understanding Texas Law
The United States has the highest rate of imprisonment in the world. According to figures published by the BBC, 737… Continue reading Capping Prison Sentences
Read MoreIncreasing the Juvenile Criminal Age in Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Houston Criminal Cases
The United States is one of the few western countries to try accused juvenile offenders in an adult court system.… Continue reading Increasing the Juvenile Criminal Age in Texas
Read MoreProper Disposal of Prescription Drugs in Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Drug Crime, Understanding Texas Law
Although drug crimes are often associated with illegal narcotics such as cocaine or marijuana, prescription drug abuse is actually the… Continue reading Proper Disposal of Prescription Drugs in Texas
Read MoreGrand Juries vs. Petit Juries: An Overview
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Understanding Texas Law
Every Houston resident has the right to a “trial by jury” when charged with a criminal offense. But there are… Continue reading Grand Juries vs. Petit Juries: An Overview
Read MoreSurprise: Weapons Charges in a Gun-Friendly State
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Firearms, Houston Criminal Cases
Texas has long had a reputation as a gun-friendly state. But that does not mean there is an absence of… Continue reading Surprise: Weapons Charges in a Gun-Friendly State
Read MoreBurglary, Breaking and Entering & Theft? What Is the Difference?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
There are many legal terms that people are familiar with even if they do not understand the exact meaning. “Burglary”… Continue reading Burglary, Breaking and Entering & Theft? What Is the Difference?
Read MorePassion Murder vs. Premeditated Murder
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
The term “crime of passion” is often used by the media to describe certain sensational murder cases. The archetype of… Continue reading Passion Murder vs. Premeditated Murder
Read MoreWhy You May Not Be Guilty of Receiving Stolen Property in Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
There was recently a high-profile case in New York involving a couple that owned a diamond pendant that turned out… Continue reading Why You May Not Be Guilty of Receiving Stolen Property in Texas
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