Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI Appellate Cases, Felony DWI Cases
The first time a person is convicted of a DWI in Texas, it is usually treated as a Class B… Continue reading How “Habitual DWI Offender” Status Can Mean A Life Sentence
Read MoreHow Can Prosecutors Prove Someone “Knowingly” Possessed Illegal Drugs?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Drug Crime, Felony
To convict someone of drug possession, prosecutors must prove the defendant “knowingly” possessed the controlled substance in question. This can… Continue reading How Can Prosecutors Prove Someone “Knowingly” Possessed Illegal Drugs?
Read MoreHow “Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity” Can Add Years to a Possible Sentence
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Gang Membership, Robbery
Texas prosecutors will often try and “enhance” a criminal case by charging the defendant with “engaging in organized criminal activity”… Continue reading How “Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity” Can Add Years to a Possible Sentence
Read MoreHow Forgery Can Lead to Serious Jail Time–Especially If Other People Are Involved
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Forgery, White Collar Crime
One of the most common white-collar crimes is forgery. You probably understand the concept of forgery already. If a person,… Continue reading How Forgery Can Lead to Serious Jail Time–Especially If Other People Are Involved
Read MoreDo Police Have to Initiate a Traffic Stop Before Making a DWI Arrest?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, DWI, Understanding Texas Law
Many DWI arrests start out as a traffic stop. This means that a police officer first needs “reasonable suspicion” to… Continue reading Do Police Have to Initiate a Traffic Stop Before Making a DWI Arrest?
Read MoreAppeals Court Tosses Open Container Conviction
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI Appellate Cases
Having an open container of alcohol in your car can be a problem if you are stopped by a police… Continue reading Appeals Court Tosses Open Container Conviction
Read MoreIs Failing to Identify Myself to a Police Officer a Crime?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Falsifying information, Misdemeanor Crimes
Can a police officer stop you on the street and demand identification? In some circumstances, yes. Under Texas law, when… Continue reading Is Failing to Identify Myself to a Police Officer a Crime?
Read MoreWill a Court Dismiss a DWI Case if the Arresting Officer Admits They Lacked Probable Cause?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drunk Driving, DWI, Understanding Texas Law
Normally, a police officer must have “probable cause” to arrest someone on suspicion of DWI or drunk driving. If the… Continue reading Will a Court Dismiss a DWI Case if the Arresting Officer Admits They Lacked Probable Cause?
Read MoreMontgomery County Man Charged with Intoxication Assault & Manslaughter After Boat Accident
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents
Intoxication manslaughter is the legal term used in Texas to describe a death caused by a drunk driver. Most of… Continue reading Montgomery County Man Charged with Intoxication Assault & Manslaughter After Boat Accident
Read MoreHow a 3rd DWI Conviction Could Imprison You For Life
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Felony DWI Cases
A drunk driving charge will escalate based on the driver’s prior convictions for similar offenses. In Texas, a third DWI… Continue reading How a 3rd DWI Conviction Could Imprison You For Life
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