What Does It Mean When the Prosecution Gives an Accuser Immunity in a Domestic Violence Case?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence cases often come down to the word of the accuser against that of the defendant. This means that… Continue reading What Does It Mean When the Prosecution Gives an Accuser Immunity in a Domestic Violence Case?

How the Statute of Limitations Works in Texas Criminal Cases

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Drug Crime

The statute of limitations refers to a law that limits the time the state has to charge an individual with… Continue reading How the Statute of Limitations Works in Texas Criminal Cases

Before the police may lawfully search a person’s property without the owner’s consent, an officer must first obtain a search… Continue reading When Do a Police Officer’s “Misrepresentations” on a Warrant Application Matter?

Nobody likes getting telemarketing calls. One reason for this is that many such calls are schemes designed to cheat individuals… Continue reading Houston Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Acting as “Runner” in Telemarketing Scam

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation

If a police officer pulls a driver over for a traffic violation and spots an open container of beer next… Continue reading Can a Passenger Have an Open Container of Alcohol In a Vehicle?

When you are accused of a crime, you have the right to a trial to confront and challenge the prosecution’s… Continue reading What Counts as a “Speedy Trial” in a Misdemeanor Case?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law

The definition of drunk driving in Texas is fairly straightforward: A person commits DWI if they are “intoxicated while operating… Continue reading What Qualifies as a “Motor Vehicle” for a DWI Charge?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drunk Driving, DWI

Drunk driving is considered a “strict liability” offense in Texas. This means that your mental state is generally irrelevant. The… Continue reading Is “Necessity” a Possible Defense to a DWI Charge?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents

A drunk driving accident typically draws a harsh response from prosecutors and judges, especially when an innocent person is killed.… Continue reading Fort Worth Man Receives 20 Years for Fatal DWI Accident

Once police respond to a report of possible domestic violence, any evidence they legally obtain may later be used to… Continue reading Can Prosecutors Prove Domestic Violence Even With Contradictory Eyewitness Testimony?