Posted 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 MoreIs it an Open Container Violation If I’m Not Actually Driving?
Posted 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 MoreUnderstanding Your Right to Confront Your Accuser in a Rape Trial
Posted 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
Read MoreWhat Is Considered Criminal Trespass in Texas?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
Misdemeanor criminal charges often start with a minor scuffle or incident that escalates once the police are called. In many… Continue reading What Is Considered Criminal Trespass in Texas?
Read MoreWhen Can Police Take Blood Samples After a Possible DWI Accident?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Legislation and Law
If you are involved in a suspected DWI accident, the police will make every effort to take a blood sample… Continue reading When Can Police Take Blood Samples After a Possible DWI Accident?
Read MoreWhat Happens If I’m Charged with DWI While Out on Parole?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI
A drunk driving charge is always a serious matter. But if you are accused of DWI while currently on community… Continue reading What Happens If I’m Charged with DWI While Out on Parole?
Read MoreCan I Still Be Convicted of Family Violence Even if the Accuser Changed Her Story?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence
Once a domestic violence allegation is made to law enforcement, even a subsequent recantation by the accuser will not necessarily… Continue reading Can I Still Be Convicted of Family Violence Even if the Accuser Changed Her Story?
Read MoreWhat Are the Legal Consequences of Using Synthetic Marijuana?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime
Synthetic marijuana–also known as synthetic cannabinoids or “fake weed”–refers to a wide range of human-produced, psychoactive chemicals that are typically… Continue reading What Are the Legal Consequences of Using Synthetic Marijuana?
Read MoreCan I Be Convicted of a Crime Based Solely on Accomplice Testimony?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
Many criminal cases are based on the testimony of an alleged accomplice. Prosecutors frequently convince an accomplice to cooperate in… Continue reading Can I Be Convicted of a Crime Based Solely on Accomplice Testimony?
Read MoreThe Penalties for Misdemeanor Indecent Exposure in Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
There are a number of misdemeanor crimes that are more serious than you might think. Let’s take indecent exposure. The… Continue reading The Penalties for Misdemeanor Indecent Exposure in Texas
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