Posted by Tad Nelson | Sex Crime
In sex crimes cases, prosecutors often seek to introduce evidence of “grooming.” In broad terms, grooming refers to actions that… Continue reading What Is “Grooming” Testimony, and How Does It Affect Sex Crimes Cases?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
As a general rule, you are not supposed to conduct any sort of “outdoor burning” in Texas. There are limited… Continue reading Is Burning Your Trash a Misdemeanor Offense in Texas?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Drunk Driving, DWI
A Houston police officer only needs “reasonable suspicion” of DWI to stop and pull you over for further investigation. One… Continue reading How Swerving in Traffic Can Lead to a DWI Conviction
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence allegations can lead to serious felony charges, especially if the accuser states the defendant used or exhibited a… Continue reading Do Police Need to Recover a Weapon to Make a Domestic Violence Charge Stick?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Traffic Offenses
Many traffic violations do not involve anyone besides the driver. For instance, if you run a red light through an… Continue reading How a Hit-and-Run Accident Can Lead to Felony Charges in Texas
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
Many drug charges in Texas are resolved by a plea bargain where the defendant is placed on community supervision (probation)… Continue reading If I’m on Probation, Can the Police Search Me for Drugs Without a Warrant?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
When a police officer detains you, it is important to remember that you have certain constitutional rights. For instance, you… Continue reading What Is the Penalty for “Resisting Arrest” in Texas?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
Misdemeanor crimes include a variety of non-violent offenses, such as forgery. Indeed, under the Texas Penal Code, forgery is a… Continue reading Austin Man Convicted of Misdemeanor Forgery
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Drunk Driving, DWI
Most DWI arrests in Texas begin with an unrelated traffic stop. Assuming the officer has formed a “reasonable suspicion” that… Continue reading How Excessive Noise Can Lead to a DWI Charge
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Domestic Violence
Although many people associate a burglar with a thief who breaks into someone’s house and steals their property, the legal… Continue reading The Relationship Between Domestic Violence and Burglary
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