Posted by Tad Nelson | White Collar Crime
If you serve in a fiduciary role for someone else, you must not “misapply” any funds entrusted to your care.… Continue reading What Is “Misapplication of Fiduciary Funds” Under Texas Law?
Read MoreHow Far Can Houston Sex Crimes Prosecutors Go in Referencing My Past Criminal Record?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Sex Crime
A common prosecution tactic in sex crimes cases is to introduce evidence of the defendant’s “bad character,” such as a… Continue reading How Far Can Houston Sex Crimes Prosecutors Go in Referencing My Past Criminal Record?
Read MoreDoes an Accuser or Prosecutor’s Financial Incentives Matter in a Domestic Violence Case?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Domestic Violence
There is understandably a high level of emotion surrounding a domestic violence allegation. But there are also legal and financial… Continue reading Does an Accuser or Prosecutor’s Financial Incentives Matter in a Domestic Violence Case?
Read MoreCan I Be Convicted of Misdemeanor Assault Even if Nobody Identifies Me in Court?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
A common element of misdemeanor crimes in Texas is identification. In other words, if prosecutors charge you with a misdemeanor… Continue reading Can I Be Convicted of Misdemeanor Assault Even if Nobody Identifies Me in Court?
Read MoreShould I Testify at My Own Drunk Driving Trial?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drunk Driving
Most people know they have the “right to remain silent” when accused of a crime. This includes offenses like DWI… Continue reading Should I Testify at My Own Drunk Driving Trial?
Read MoreIs a Prenuptial Agreement Enforceable If It Has a Forfeiture Clause?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Divorce
Many Galveston couples choose to sign prenuptial agreements in order to minimize potential arguments over property in the event of… Continue reading Is a Prenuptial Agreement Enforceable If It Has a Forfeiture Clause?
Read MoreThe Importance of “Dating Relationships” in Texas Domestic Violence Cases
Posted by Tad Nelson | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence in Texas includes not just acts involving family members, but also anyone that is in a “dating relationship”… Continue reading The Importance of “Dating Relationships” in Texas Domestic Violence Cases
Read MoreHow a Dispute Over Mud Flaps Led to a Truck Driver’s Felony Conviction
Posted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
Although we commonly associate traffic violations with driving violations like speeding or failing to stop at a red light, an… Continue reading How a Dispute Over Mud Flaps Led to a Truck Driver’s Felony Conviction
Read MoreDivided Texas Supreme Court Rules Wife Entitled to Entire Marital Home Following Husband’s Child Abuse
Posted by Tad Nelson | Divorce
Back in February, we discussed a pending Texas Supreme Court case involving the division of community property in a case… Continue reading Divided Texas Supreme Court Rules Wife Entitled to Entire Marital Home Following Husband’s Child Abuse
Read MoreDo I Have the Right to Know the Identity of the “Confidential Information” Who Told the Police I Have Drugs?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
Houston-area law enforcement often use “confidential informants” to identify suspects in drug crimes cases. Under the Rules of Evidence governing… Continue reading Do I Have the Right to Know the Identity of the “Confidential Information” Who Told the Police I Have Drugs?
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