Posted by Tad Nelson | Traffic Offenses
Drag racing is a popular sport in Texas. But it is important to distinguish the legal, organized sport of drag… Continue reading Is Drag Racing Actually a Crime in Texas?
Read MoreFormer Texas Mayor, Spouse Receive New Trial on Federal Fraud and Bribery Charges
Posted by Tad Nelson | White Collar Crime
When charged with a white collar crime, whether at the federal or state level, you have a constitutional right to… Continue reading Former Texas Mayor, Spouse Receive New Trial on Federal Fraud and Bribery Charges
Read MoreWhat Is the Line Separating “Honest Mistake” from Misdemeanor Theft?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
In its simplest form, misdemeanor theft involves taking someone else’s property without their consent. If you took the property by… Continue reading What Is the Line Separating “Honest Mistake” from Misdemeanor Theft?
Read MoreDoes an Illegible Signature On a Warrant Invalidate the Results of a DWI Blood Test?
Posted by Tad Nelson | DWI
If a police officer suspects you of drunk driving, they can ask you for consent to perform a blood test.… Continue reading Does an Illegible Signature On a Warrant Invalidate the Results of a DWI Blood Test?
Read MoreWhat Evidence Is Needed to Prove Domestic Violence by Strangulation in Texas?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence allegations can quickly lead to felony charges depending on the circumstances. Under Texas law, it is a second-degree… Continue reading What Evidence Is Needed to Prove Domestic Violence by Strangulation in Texas?
Read MoreTexas Woman Sentenced to 150 Days in Jail for Driving with “Altered” Vehicle Registration Sticker
Posted by Tad Nelson | Traffic Offenses
If you have ever been pulled over for a traffic violation, you know the first thing a police officer will… Continue reading Texas Woman Sentenced to 150 Days in Jail for Driving with “Altered” Vehicle Registration Sticker
Read MoreIs Misusing a Company Credit Card Actually a Crime?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
“Theft” is the criminal offense of appropriating property without the owner’s consent. Not all theft involves violence, mind you. Simply… Continue reading Is Misusing a Company Credit Card Actually a Crime?
Read MoreCourt of Criminal Appeals: Throwing Pill Bottle Over Fence in View of Witnesses Was Not “Tampering”
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
How many times have you seen a television show or movie where someone tries to “flush the drugs down the… Continue reading Court of Criminal Appeals: Throwing Pill Bottle Over Fence in View of Witnesses Was Not “Tampering”
Read MoreFifth Circuit: BP Not Entitled to “Restitution” for Its Costs in Helping FBI Catch Rogue Employee
Posted by Tad Nelson | White Collar, White Collar Crime
When a person is convicted of certain federal crimes, they can be ordered to pay restitution–i.e., compensation–to their victims. This… Continue reading Fifth Circuit: BP Not Entitled to “Restitution” for Its Costs in Helping FBI Catch Rogue Employee
Read MoreCan a Parent Be Charged With a Crime If They Failed to Stop the Other Parent’s Sexual Abuse of Their Child?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Sex Crime
When it comes to sex offenses and sex crimes, Texas prosecutors may look to charge someone other than the actual… Continue reading Can a Parent Be Charged With a Crime If They Failed to Stop the Other Parent’s Sexual Abuse of Their Child?
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