Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
It is not uncommon for Texas prosecutors to plea a defendant accused of a felony down to a misdemeanor charge.… Continue reading Will a Misdemeanor Conviction Affect My Right to Own a Firearm in Texas?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI
In most DWI and drunk driving cases, a critical piece of evidence is the toxicology report that confirms the defendant’s… Continue reading Houston Court Affirms DWI Conviction Despite Problems with Initial Toxicology Report
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence
When it comes to domestic violence cases, prosecutors will employ every legal tactic available to try and maximize a criminal… Continue reading Are Your Hands a “Deadly Weapon” for Purposes of a Criminal Domestic Violence Case?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Traffic Offenses
Most of us try to drive carefully at all times. But auto accidents are inevitable, especially when driving on the… Continue reading Leaving the Scene of an Accident Can Lead to Serious Criminal Charges
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents
A DWI-related auto accident can leave you facing not just serious jail time, but also a crippling financial debt. In… Continue reading DWI Wrecks Can Lead to Financially Crippling “Restitution”
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime, Traffic Offenses
Many drug crimes investigations in the Houston area start with a seemingly routine traffic stop. Of course, police officers cannot… Continue reading Traffic Violations and Drug Charges: Does the State Need to Prove Both?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation
During the holiday season, many Houston-area residents will attend social gatherings where alcohol is served. Aside from the obvious–never drive… Continue reading Tips for Avoiding an Open Container Charge This Holiday Season
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Theft
Fraud is a form of theft. In effect, it is the white collar crime equivalent of robbery. And while there… Continue reading Theft by Fraud is Still Theft in Texas
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation
You may not realize this, but you can be tried and convicted of a DWI with an open container violation… Continue reading Is it an Open Container Violation If I’m Not Actually Driving?
Read MorePosted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime
Every criminal defendant has a constitutional right to confront the witnesses against them. Such rights are especially crucial in sex… Continue reading Understanding Your Right to Confront Your Accuser in a Rape Trial
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