Can I Expunge My Criminal Record in Texas?

Being arrested, charged, and potentially convicted of a crime can have long-term consequences. In fact, even if you’re not convicted,… Continue reading Can I Expunge My Criminal Record in Texas?

What Crimes are Wobblers in Texas?

Most people have a basic understanding of how crimes are organized in the classification of offenses under Texas law, which… Continue reading What Crimes are Wobblers in Texas?

Drugs and Drug Possession Charges in Houston, Galveston County, League City, and Friendswood: What You Need to Know When it… Continue reading Actual vs. Constructive Possession in Texas Drug Crimes Cases

Many people in Texas face misdemeanor charges and are convicted of the offense. While a misdemeanor offense on your criminal… Continue reading Can I Have a Misdemeanor Expunged from My Record?

Whether you are going through a breakup or a divorce and domestic violence allegations have arisen out of your split… Continue reading Do I Need a Lawyer to Fight Domestic Violence Charges?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Criminal offenses that are considered to be less serious are usually charged as misdemeanors and so may not come with… Continue reading Special Sentencing Considerations for Misdemeanor Offenses

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

In addition to potentially resulting in jail time and fines, any type of conviction will go on a person’s criminal… Continue reading Can My Misdemeanor Criminal Record be Expunged?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Texas law divides misdemeanor crimes into three categories, each of which comes with its own range of penalties. The specifics… Continue reading Understanding the Different Types of Misdemeanor Offenses in Texas

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Shoplifting is one of the more common misdemeanor crimes that occur in Texas. Legally speaking, shoplifting is a form of… Continue reading Is It Still Considered Shoplifting If the Stolen Items Never Leave the Store?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Although misdemeanor crimes carry less severe punishments than felonies, Texas prosecutors still take these “lesser” cases seriously. Indeed, it is… Continue reading The Use of Expert Testimony in Texas Misdemeanor Cases