Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Sexual assault, like many other types of sex crimes, is the kind of charge that tends to be judged harshly,… Continue reading What You Should Know About Sexual Assault Charges
Read MoreMisdemeanor Sex Crimes
Posted by Tad Nelson | Sex Crime
Most sex crimes in Texas are prosecuted as felony offenses, which carry mandatory jail time and sometimes the requirement of… Continue reading Misdemeanor Sex Crimes
Read MoreUnderstanding the Different Types of Misdemeanor Offenses in Texas
Posted by Tad 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
Read MoreThreats of Violence Can Lead to Domestic Violence Charges
Posted by Tad Nelson | Domestic Violence
Heated arguments can quickly lead to incidents of domestic violence and eventually to criminal charges, even in cases where no… Continue reading Threats of Violence Can Lead to Domestic Violence Charges
Read MoreHow Do I Reinstate My Driver’s License?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Traffic Offenses
Most traffic violations come with fines and the addition of points on a person’s driving record. However, in Texas, motorists… Continue reading How Do I Reinstate My Driver’s License?
Read MoreDrug Possession vs Drug Distribution in Texas
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
Being convicted of a drug-related crime comes with serious penalties, including hefty fines and significant jail time. Certain types of… Continue reading Drug Possession vs Drug Distribution in Texas
Read MoreThe Difference Between Federal Offenses and State Crimes
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
The majority of defendants who have been accused of a crime are charged in state court. It is possible, however,… Continue reading The Difference Between Federal Offenses and State Crimes
Read MoreCan Prosecutors Introduce a Defendant’s Porn Collection as Evidence of Sexual Assault?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Sex Crime
In a criminal trial, the prosecution’s job is to prove that the defendant committed the alleged offense. The objective is… Continue reading Can Prosecutors Introduce a Defendant’s Porn Collection as Evidence of Sexual Assault?
Read MoreWho Is Allowed to Conduct a Blood Draw in a DWI Case?
Posted by Tad Nelson | DWI
When a police officer has probable cause to believe that drunk driving has occurred, the officer may ask the suspect… Continue reading Who Is Allowed to Conduct a Blood Draw in a DWI Case?
Read MoreDomestic Violence Is Not Exclusive to Marital or Romantic Relationships
Posted by Tad Nelson | Domestic Violence
Although we often associate domestic violence with acts involving a spouse or romantic partner, in fact, Texas law provides enhanced… Continue reading Domestic Violence Is Not Exclusive to Marital or Romantic Relationships
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