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Simple Ways to Protect Yourself Online Criminal Defense The Internet is an essential part of modern daily life. But along with the conveniences afforded by online services, there are also...

Sex Crime Allegations in America’s Schools Sex Crimes The term “sex crimes” is usually associated with rape or violent assault. But sex crimes, particularly those involving school-age children, include a...

Know Your Rights in Divorce Family Law A divorce is often a traumatic experience for both parties (and their children). Aside from the emotional aspect, divorce is also a...

Fault vs. No-Fault Divorce in Texas Family Law Ending a marriage is never an easy decision, nor is divorce a simple process. The spouse seeking a divorce must offer one or...

Receiving Stolen Property in Texas Criminal Defense There was recently a high-profile case in New York involving a couple that owned a diamond pendant that turned out to be...

Getting a Texas Occupational Driver’s License DWI If your Texas driver’s license has been suspended, revoked, or denied, you may still be able to obtain limited driving privileges. Texas...

What Counts as Vehicular Manslaughter in Texas? News Every year thousands of Texas residents die in car accidents. According to the most recent statistics from the Texas Department of Transportation,...

Children Committing Crimes in Texas Criminal Defense Each year thousands of Texas children get into trouble with the law. Many of these cases are minor incidents that do not...

Counterfeit Currency Charges Carry Harsh Penalties White Collar Crimes Even in the age of debit cards and online banking, paper currency is still an important part of the U.S. economy. This...

Synthetic Marijuana in Houston Drug Crimes The use of so-called synthetic marijuana has become more prevalent in the Houston area. In March, Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan obtained...

DWI Education Programs After Conviction DWI Texas takes drunk driving seriously. Even a single conviction for DUI/DWI carries significant consequences. In Texas, a first offender can face up...

Texas Property Division Survey Family Law Texas is a community property state. What this means is that all property acquired during the course of the marriage is considered...

How to Handle Sexual Allegations Sex Crimes A sex crimes allegation can be devastating for someone who is completely innocent of any wrongdoing. The publicity and social media attention that...

Texas Gun Laws: What to Know Criminal Defense As of January 1 of this year, holders of Texas concealed handgun licenses may now “open carry” their firearms in most public...

Legal Dangers of Methamphetamines Drug Crimes Methamphetamines—often known as crystal meth—constitute a powerful stimulant that can produce an immediate sense of euphoria in the human brain. While methamphetamine...

Houston Man Gets Life After 10th DWI DWI Most of us understand drunk driving is a serious offense that can result in the loss of a person's license, fines, and...

Attempted Murder in Texas Means Prison Violent Crimes Sideshow Bob, the fictional criminal mastermind from “The Simpsons,” once complained about the fact he was in jail for a crime he...

Texas DWI Requirements DWI Drunk driving is a serious offense. But you may not be clear about what exactly constitutes drunk driving - or “driving while...

Drunk Driving in Hazardous Conditions DWI Winter brings an increase in inclement weather. In turn, this makes road conditions more hazardous for drivers. Drunk driving can aggravate these...

Intoxication Assault and Manslaughter Violent Crimes You may think drunk driving is not that big of a deal. But if you injure—or kill—someone while operating a vehicle under...

Don’t Chance It, Designate It DWI As we rest in the comforts of the availability of modern accouterments to nearly every facet of life, one important area has...

Conspiracy Charges in Texas Criminal Defense The word “conspiracy” may invoke thoughts of paranoid individuals rambling on about how the government is covering up evidence of UFOs. But...

Texans on Sobriety Checkpoints DWI At the Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates, we regularly represent people that have been accused of drunk driving and other...

Theft vs. Robbery vs. Burglary in Houston Criminal Defense Theft, robbery, and burglary are all criminal offenses under Texas law that involve the intentional and wrongful taking of property that does...

Dram Shop Laws in Houston DWI Like most states, Texas has enacted a Dram Shop Act in order to hold businesses that sell alcohol legally responsible for “over-serving” intoxicated...

Holiday DWI Task Forces and Crackdowns DWI If you live in the Houston area expect law enforcement to be extra vigilant with patrols and DWI enforcement during the period...

Alcohol in a Car in Texas: Consequences DWI Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious offense in the state of Texas. However, DWI is not the only alcohol-related offense that...

Why a DWI-Focused Lawyer Matters DWI Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is a serious crime because it puts public safety at risk. Unless the charge is a first offense,...

Capital Felonies in Texas News A capital felony, as defined by the Texas Penal Code §12.31, is a criminal offense in which an individual intentionally or knowingly causes...

Ignition Interlock Devices in Texas DWI Ignition interlock devices (IIDs) are designed to prevent drivers from operating a vehicle after they have ingested any amount of alcohol. An...