Can My Ex Testify About “Prior Bad Acts” in a Criminal Domestic Violence Trial?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

As a general rule, prosecutors are not allowed to introduce “character evidence” against a defendant at trial. In other words,… Continue reading Can My Ex Testify About “Prior Bad Acts” in a Criminal Domestic Violence Trial?

What Is the Penalty for Speeding in an Active Construction Zone in Texas?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Traffic Offenses

While it is always important to obey the posted speed limits on Houston-area roads, you need to be especially careful… Continue reading What Is the Penalty for Speeding in an Active Construction Zone in Texas?

When Police Officers Knock on Your Door, What Should You Do? Two police officers knock on your door. The cops… Continue reading When Police Officers Knock on Your Door, What Should You Do?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | White Collar

White collar crimes such as fraud often involve alleged conduct that takes place over an extended period of time. In… Continue reading Houston Judge Reverses Jury, Orders Acquittal in Adoption Mail-Fraud Case

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation

We have discussed Texas open container laws many times before. To briefly recap, if you are caught by law enforcement… Continue reading Comparing the Open Container Laws of Texas and Its Neighbors

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime

The right to a jury trial is fundamental to our criminal justice system. Having an impartial, unbiased jury is especially… Continue reading Why Jury Bias Matters When It Comes to Sex Crimes Cases

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law

When Does the Prosecution’s Failure to Disclose Evidence in a DWI Case Violate a Defendant’s Constitutional Rights? Even in a… Continue reading The State’s Failure To Disclose Evidence & Your Rights

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law

Most DWI cases start with a traffic stop. An officer observes a possible traffic violation, pulls the driver over, and… Continue reading When Can a Jury Disregard Evidence in DWI Cases?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

When you hear the word “theft,” your first thought might be of shoplifting or, say, snatching an individual’s purse. But… Continue reading Travis County Defendant Convicted of Theft After Allegedly Pawning Rented Music Equipment

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents

How Police Investigate Drunk Driving Accidents When police respond to the scene of a car accident, they are not just… Continue reading Texas Appeals Court Upholds 40-Year Sentence for Habitual DWI Offender Involved in Car Accident