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?
Read MoreTexas 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
Read MoreGalveston 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
Read MoreHow Long Could I Go to Jail for Misdemeanor Check Forgery?
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?
Read MoreHouston Appeals Court Rules 4-Year-Old Incapable of Committing “Prostitution”
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”
Read MoreUnderstanding the Right to “Confront” the Evidence Against You in a Misdemeanor Case
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
Read MoreIs Drinking & Driving Illegal Even If I Am Below the Limit?
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?
Read MoreEdinburg Jury Acquits Man Charged with 3 Counts of DWI Manslaughter
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
Read MoreCan the Police Detain Me on Suspicion of DWI Based on an Anonymous Tip?
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?
Read MoreHow Throwing a Beer Can at Your Partner Can Land You in Jail for 25 Years
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
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