How Do Texas Prosecutors Prove “Intentional Possession” of Drugs?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Drug Crime

Drug possession is not a minor criminal offense, especially if you are caught with high-end narcotics like cocaine. And when… Continue reading How Do Texas Prosecutors Prove “Intentional Possession” of Drugs?

Is a 911 Call Admissible as Evidence of Domestic Abuse?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic abuse incidents often involve sudden bursts of violence that can seriously threaten the lives of the victim and other… Continue reading Is a 911 Call Admissible as Evidence of Domestic Abuse?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | White Collar Crime

Insurance fraud is a serious crime, one that can result in one to 99 years of jail time and a… Continue reading Your Defense Against Insurance Fraud in Texas

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Open Container Violation

Driving with an open container is almost as bad as blowing a BAC of .08 or greater, and if you blow… Continue reading Enhanced DWIs in Texas: Open Container Laws

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime

People utilize the internet for many reasons, one of which is to send explicit messages or images. While there is… Continue reading Understanding Internet Sex Crimes: What is Illegal and What is Not?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence allegations in the Galveston area frequently lead one party to seek a protective order against the other. In… Continue reading Can Non-Verbal “Communication” Violate a Domestic Violence Restraining Order?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense

Understanding and Defending Against Criminal Mischief Charges in Galveston and Harris Counties Criminal mischief might sound innocuous, but in Texas,… Continue reading What Does “Criminal Mischief” Mean in Texas?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents

Driving while intoxicated is a serious offense in Texas, but driving while intoxicated and causing an accident is a crime.… Continue reading What To Do When You’re Involved in a DWI Accident in Texas

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI

You may have heard that if you are stopped for a DWI in Texas, you have the right to refuse… Continue reading Right to Refuse a Breath Test in Texas (and Consequences for Doing So)

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Divorce

In a contested divorce case, one of the first things you will need to establish before a Galveston judge is… Continue reading How Do Texas Courts Handle Undocumented Marriages Performed in Foreign Countries?