Who Is Allowed to Present Evidence to a Texas Grand Jury?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense

A grand jury proceeding is often the first stage in prosecuting a defendant suspected of white collar crimes like securities… Continue reading Who Is Allowed to Present Evidence to a Texas Grand Jury?

How an iPad Can Lead to a Burglary Conviction in Texas

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Houston Criminal Cases

Electronic devices are a valuable commodity and a frequent target of burglary. But today’s “smart” devices, including tablets and phones,… Continue reading How an iPad Can Lead to a Burglary Conviction in Texas

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Sex Crime

Rape trials often come down to the conflicting testimony of the accuser and the defendant. Even though prosecutors must prove… Continue reading How Houston Juries Resolve “He Said/She Said” Rape Cases

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | White Collar Crime

There is a popular misconception that white collar crimes are treated less harshly by the criminal justice system in Texas… Continue reading How White Collar Fraud Can Lead to a 75-Year Prison Term

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents

The worst case scenario for any Texas driver is getting into a DWI accident. This is not a situation where… Continue reading Can a DWI Accident Send Me to Prison for Life?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Family Law

A protective order does not necessarily require an overt act of violence, such as proof of domestic violence. Under Texas… Continue reading When Does “Stalking” Justify a Protective Order in Texas?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Misdemeanor offenses like theft or a first-time DWI may not carry the same potential for lengthy prison sentences as felonies… Continue reading Are “Citizen’s Arrests” Permissible in Misdemeanor Cases?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Family Law

Pre- and post-marital agreements are commonly used to prevent the formation of “community property” during a marriage. In other words,… Continue reading When Does One Spouse Have to Compensate the Other Under a Postnuptial Agreement?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Child Support

Child support is established by court order in Texas. Typically the parent subject to the order is only required to… Continue reading Can a Houston Judge Order Me to Pay Retroactive Child Support?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

One of the most common traffic violations we see in the Houston area is failing to legally stop at a… Continue reading What Constitutes a Legal Stop in Houston?