Do I Have the Right to Know the Identity of the “Confidential Information” Who Told the Police I Have Drugs?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

Houston-area law enforcement often use “confidential informants” to identify suspects in drug crimes cases. Under the Rules of Evidence governing… Continue reading Do I Have the Right to Know the Identity of the “Confidential Information” Who Told the Police I Have Drugs?

Are You Facing Possession or Sale of Marijuana Charges?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Drug Crime

Late last month, border patrol agents near Laredo seized more than 10,000 pounds of marijuana from a semi-truck. Some 423… Continue reading Are You Facing Possession or Sale of Marijuana Charges?

On the surface, you may not think a misdemeanor crime is that serious. For many Texas misdemeanor offenses, the court… Continue reading Can I Be Deported from the U.S. Following a Misdemeanor Drug Conviction in Texas?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Drug Crime

“Running away won’t solve your problems.” Perhaps your parents told you that when you were a kid. It is certainly… Continue reading You Can’t Avoid Jail for Drug Charges By Avoiding the Court

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

Drug possession is not a minor criminal offense, especially if you are caught with high-end narcotics like cocaine. And when… Continue reading How Do Texas Prosecutors Prove “Intentional Possession” of Drugs?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

Many Houston-area residents find themselves facing serious drug charges because they do not understand their legal rights when stopped by… Continue reading Do Houston Police Illegally Prolong Traffic Stops to Seek Evidence of Drug Crimes?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

Houston-area law enforcement officers are quick to suspect individuals of illegal drug possession. But formal drug charges require probable cause,… Continue reading Are “Furtive Gestures” Enough to Justify a Police Search of My Car for Drugs?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

Drug crimes cases in the Houston often rely heavily on the testimony of police officers. We trust law enforcement to… Continue reading Texas Court Affirms Drug Conviction Despite Police Misconduct

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

Drug crimes cases in Texas often start when a police officer conducts a search and finds illegal narcotics on the… Continue reading When Can the Police Search My Car Without a Warrant?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

Drug crimes are often not just about the offense, but also where the offenses took place. The Texas legislature has… Continue reading What Happens If I Am Charged With Possessing Drugs Near a School?