Texas Appeals Court Throws Out Drug Conviction, 68-Year Sentence, Due to Improper Jury Instruction

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

During a traffic stop, a police officer may ask for permission to search your vehicle. You should always refuse permission.… Continue reading Texas Appeals Court Throws Out Drug Conviction, 68-Year Sentence, Due to Improper Jury Instruction

Galveston Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Evading Arrest

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense

When a police officer stops you–or attempts to stop you–for suspicion of a crime, the absolute worst thing you do… Continue reading Galveston Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Evading Arrest

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | White Collar Crime

White collar crimes like forgery are often prosecuted as misdemeanor offenses, which carry one year or less of jail time.… Continue reading How Long Could I Go to Jail for Misdemeanor Check Forgery?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime

Compelling prostitution–i.e., pimping–is one of the most serious sex crimes a person can be charged with, in Texas. Under the… Continue reading Houston Appeals Court Rules 4-Year-Old Incapable of Committing “Prostitution”

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

In a trial involving misdemeanor crimes, the defendant has the same constitutional rights as in felony cases. This includes, among… Continue reading Understanding the Right to “Confront” the Evidence Against You in a Misdemeanor Case

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation

Texas DWI laws and the legal limit of 0.08% BAC You are probably familiar with the legal limit of 0.08… Continue reading Is Drinking & Driving Illegal Even If I Am Below the Limit?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents

Fatal traffic accidents occur every day in the United States. Many of these accidents are the result of negligence or… Continue reading Edinburg Jury Acquits Man Charged with 3 Counts of DWI Manslaughter

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drunk Driving, DWI

Misdemeanor DWI arrests in Texas often begin with a traffic stop. A police officer must first have “reasonable suspicion” that… Continue reading Can the Police Detain Me on Suspicion of DWI Based on an Anonymous Tip?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

A conviction on domestic violence charges can land you in prison for a very long time. Defendants often face an… Continue reading How Throwing a Beer Can at Your Partner Can Land You in Jail for 25 Years

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law

It may surprise you to learn that the offense of driving while intoxicated does not necessarily require proof that you… Continue reading Can I Be Convicted of DWI without Evidence?