Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation
Even if you are not driving while intoxicated, it is still against the law in Texas to have an open… Continue reading Can Cops Arrest Me for an Open Container of Alcohol in My Car?
Read MoreWhat Is the “Rape Shield” Law in Texas?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime
In a criminal trial, the defendant has the right to introduce evidence that may serve to undermine the state’s case… Continue reading What Is the “Rape Shield” Law in Texas?
Read MoreHow a Misdemeanor Conviction Can Lead to “Forfeiture” of Your Property to the State of Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
Normally, the maximum penalty for a Class A misdemeanor offense in Texas is one year in jail and a $4,000… Continue reading How a Misdemeanor Conviction Can Lead to “Forfeiture” of Your Property to the State of Texas
Read MoreWhat If I’m Arrested for DWI While on Parole in Texas?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law, In The News
A first-time arrest for DWI is normally a simple misdemeanor in Texas. This means that if tried and convicted, the… Continue reading What If I’m Arrested for DWI While on Parole in Texas?
Read MoreMust Police Advise Me of My Rights After a DWI Accident?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents, Criminal Appeals
There is a common misconception that a police officer is always legally required to advise you of your constitutional rights… Continue reading Must Police Advise Me of My Rights After a DWI Accident?
Read MoreIs an Incorrectly Administered HGN Test Admissible as Evidence in a DWI Case?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drunk Driving, DWI
In deciding whether or not to charge a person with DWI, Houston-area law enforcement officers will often rely on the… Continue reading Is an Incorrectly Administered HGN Test Admissible as Evidence in a DWI Case?
Read MoreWhat Happens When a Judge Fails to Give Proper Jury Instructions in a Domestic Violence Case?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence
Every Texas criminal defendant has the right to a trial by jury. This includes criminal allegations of domestic violence, or… Continue reading What Happens When a Judge Fails to Give Proper Jury Instructions in a Domestic Violence Case?
Read MoreHow an Apparent “Wide Right” Turn Can Lead to More Serious Legal Problems in Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Traffic Offenses
Traffic violations often lead to the pursuit of other criminal charges, such as DWI or possession of illegal drugs. That… Continue reading How an Apparent “Wide Right” Turn Can Lead to More Serious Legal Problems in Texas
Read MoreWhat Is a Prosecutor’s Obligation to Disclose Evidence to the Defense in a Criminal Trial?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
There is a basic rule in criminal defense law that a defendant cannot advance a legal theory on appeal if… Continue reading What Is a Prosecutor’s Obligation to Disclose Evidence to the Defense in a Criminal Trial?
Read MoreFederal Court Upholds Houston Doctor’s Sentence in Healthcare Fraud Conspiracy
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | White Collar, White Collar Crime
White collar crimes such as fraud often involve multiple defendants accused of participating in a conspiracy. While prosecutors must prove… Continue reading Federal Court Upholds Houston Doctor’s Sentence in Healthcare Fraud Conspiracy
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