Can 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?

How 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

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?

If you are arrested for drunk driving, the presence of an open container of alcohol in your vehicle can add… Continue reading An Open Container Can Escalate DWI Charges

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime

Hearsay statements are generally not admissible in criminal trials. Hearsay refers to any out-of-court statement offered to prove the truth… Continue reading The Role of “Outcry Witnesses” in Texas Sex Crimes Prosecutions

In Texas, a drunk driving conviction often leads to the suspension of the defendant’s Texas Driver License. The terms and… Continue reading Is License Suspension After a DWI Conviction Part of Sentencing?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Simple assault is a misdemeanor offense in Texas. Assault is defined as “intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to… Continue reading Is Burning Someone on the Leg with a Cigarette Considered “Assault” in Texas?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents, Harris County

On February 2, 2020, Harris County sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene of a fatal accident on Bammel North Houston… Continue reading Harris County DA May Charge Driver with Murder in Fatal Auto Accident

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence can elevate a misdemeanor charge into a felony offense. For example, under Section 22.01 of the Texas Penal… Continue reading How Domestic Violence Can Raise Misdemeanor Assault to a Felony

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Traffic Offenses

Not all traffic violations involve actions you make while driving a vehicle. Even if you are simply walking down a… Continue reading Can I Be Ticketed for a Traffic Violation as a Pedestrian?