How an Open Container May Give Police “Probable Cause” to Investigate You for Other Crimes

Having an open container of alcohol in your car is basically an invitation for police to stop and investigate you… Continue reading How an Open Container May Give Police “Probable Cause” to Investigate You for Other Crimes

What’s the Penalty for DWI with My Kids in the Car?

In most cases, a first-time DWI is a misdemeanor under Texas law. But if there was a child–i.e., a person… Continue reading What’s the Penalty for DWI with My Kids in the Car?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Lying to the police is not just a bad idea. It can land you in serious legal trouble. Filing a… Continue reading Can I Be Charged with a Misdemeanor for Filing a False Police Report?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents

When there is any evidence to suggest that a traffic accident was the result of intoxication–which covers both drug and… Continue reading Corpus Christi Man Receives 60-Years After Fatal Highway 281 Accident

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI

The United States Constitution states that no person may be “subject for the same offense to be twice put in… Continue reading Can I Be Tried a Second Time for DWI If the First Trial Ended in a Mistrial?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

A criminal domestic violence case does not necessarily mean jail time. The trial court has the discretion to instead sentence… Continue reading When Is Hearsay Admissible in a Domestic Violence Case?

Understanding the Differences Between Class A and Class B DWI Misdemeanors in Texas When facing a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)… Continue reading Differences Between Class A & B Misdemeanor Texas DWIs

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law

In some cases, you may be able to get a drunk driving arrest removed or “expunged” from your record. Expunction… Continue reading With a Prior Conviction, Can a DWI Arrest Be Expunged?

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

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