Can an Off-Duty Officer Working a Second Job Detain Me on Suspicion of DWI?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI

Although most DWI arrests come from traffic stops, the truth is that anytime a police officer observes–or is informed of–possible… Continue reading Can an Off-Duty Officer Working a Second Job Detain Me on Suspicion of DWI?

The Burden of Proof in a Domestic Violence Case

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

In domestic violence cases, as with any criminal matter, prosecutors may rely on circumstantial and/or direct evidence to establish a… Continue reading The Burden of Proof in a Domestic Violence Case

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law

Most DWI arrests begin with a police officer observing a possible traffic violation and pulling the driver over to give… Continue reading Can Cops Outside of Their Jurisdiction Initiate DWI Arrests?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Traffic Offenses

If you have been pulled over and cited for a traffic violation, you might be wondering if the officer is… Continue reading Are There Traffic Ticket “Quotas” in Texas?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

Texas law enforcement often relies on “confidential informants” to assist them in making drug arrests. By law, the prosecution may… Continue reading Do Prosecutors Have to Disclose the Identity of Confidential Informant in Drug Cases?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense

When you are charged with a criminal offense in Texas, the court will set bail as a condition of your… Continue reading Can “Bail Jumping” Be Used as Evidence Against You in a Criminal Trial?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | White Collar Crime

White collar crimes are no laughing matter, especially when the defendant is a public official. The misuse of government funds… Continue reading Appeals Court Upholds Former Texas City Manager’s 35-Year Prison Sentence for Wire Fraud

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation

Texas is one of the most popular states when it comes to purchases of motorhomes and recreational vehicles. Indeed, many… Continue reading Do Texas Open Container Laws Apply to Passengers in RVs or Motorhomes?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Although misdemeanor crimes carry less severe punishments than felonies, Texas prosecutors still take these “lesser” cases seriously. Indeed, it is… Continue reading The Use of Expert Testimony in Texas Misdemeanor Cases

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law

When it comes to a possible drunk driving situation, a police officer is not your friend. Even if you happen… Continue reading Can Statements by an Off-Duty Cop Lead to DWI Charges?