Should 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?

Can 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?

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

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?

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?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Immigration has long been a politically charged subject here in the Houston area. Federal authorities have aggressively moved to deport… Continue reading The Potential Immigration Consequences of a Texas Domestic Violence Conviction

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

When it comes to drug crimes in Texas, where the offense occurs can matter a great deal. It is always… Continue reading What Is a “Drug-Free Zone” and How Could It Affect My Criminal Case?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense

Many Houston-area businesses install surveillance cameras to monitor their premises and help protect against criminal activity. But when the government… Continue reading Houston Court Tosses Conviction Due to Improperly Seized Video Footage

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense

Many white collar crime prosecutions in Texas begin when someone allegedly makes a false or misleading statement to a government… Continue reading Can Lying on a Government Form Really Lead to Criminal Charges?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

The Galveston area is home to many U.S. military service members and their families. Although the vast majority of those… Continue reading Military Spending Bill Creates Separate UCMJ Offense for Domestic Violence