Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Traffic Offenses
One of the most common traffic violations that get drivers ticketed in the Houston area is failure to yield the… Continue reading When Can You Receive a Traffic Ticket for “Failure to Yield”?
Read MoreWhat Happens If Police Find Drugs in My Car After Initiating an Illegal Traffic Stop?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime
It’s not exactly news, but when police pull you over on a suspected traffic violation, that may simply be a… Continue reading What Happens If Police Find Drugs in My Car After Initiating an Illegal Traffic Stop?
Read MoreCan My Facebook Page Be Used Against Me in Criminal Sentencing?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
Under Texas criminal law, a judge or jury may consider a defendant’s gang affiliation when determining a sentence. Gang membership… Continue reading Can My Facebook Page Be Used Against Me in Criminal Sentencing?
Read MoreCan the Government Come After My Property If I’m Convicted of Fraud?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | White Collar, White Collar Crime
In any criminal trial, a defendant faces the possibility of a prison term or a fine if convicted. But in… Continue reading Can the Government Come After My Property If I’m Convicted of Fraud?
Read MoreHow Precise Does an Accuser Need to Be When Testifying About a Sex Crime?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime
Sex crimes, and in particular alleged offenses against children, tend to draw a strong reaction from prosecutors and the public… Continue reading How Precise Does an Accuser Need to Be When Testifying About a Sex Crime?
Read MoreShould I Tell Police There’s an Open Container of Alcohol in My Vehicle?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation
Driving with an open container of alcohol in your car is never a good idea. For one thing, it’s against… Continue reading Should I Tell Police There’s an Open Container of Alcohol in My Vehicle?
Read MoreCan I Be Charged with a Misdemeanor for Failing to Report a Single-Car Accident?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
If you are involved in a single-car accident that results in property damage, you need to contact the police and… Continue reading Can I Be Charged with a Misdemeanor for Failing to Report a Single-Car Accident?
Read MoreSealing Texas DWI Conviction Records
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI & Texas Law, Helpful Information
Although Houston has a booming economy and a bright economic future, individuals with criminal records may experience a limited realization… Continue reading Sealing Texas DWI Conviction Records
Read MoreCan I Be Ordered to Pay Restitution to the Victim of a Drunk Driving Accident?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents
A DWI accident is more complicated than a simple drunk driving case simply because there are victims to consider. Even… Continue reading Can I Be Ordered to Pay Restitution to the Victim of a Drunk Driving Accident?
Read MoreHow Does an HGN Test Affect My Chances of a DWI Conviction?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drunk Driving, DWI
If a law enforcement officer suspects you of drunk driving, you will likely be subjected to a number of tests.… Continue reading How Does an HGN Test Affect My Chances of a DWI Conviction?
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