Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Legislation and Law
Many Houston DWI arrests begin with a call to 911 or the Department of Public Safety’s motorists helpline. A driver… Continue reading Telephone Tips Vs. Drunk Drivers: Is it legal?
Read MoreCapping Prison Sentences
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Understanding Texas Law
The United States has the highest rate of imprisonment in the world. According to figures published by the BBC, 737… Continue reading Capping Prison Sentences
Read MoreIncreasing the Juvenile Criminal Age in Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Houston Criminal Cases
The United States is one of the few western countries to try accused juvenile offenders in an adult court system.… Continue reading Increasing the Juvenile Criminal Age in Texas
Read MoreWarrantless Blood & Urine Tests in Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Understanding Texas Law
In an effort to make it easier for Galveston-area prosecutors to prove DWI cases, Texas has an “implied consent” law with… Continue reading Warrantless Blood & Urine Tests in Texas
Read MoreProper Disposal of Prescription Drugs in Texas
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Drug Crime, Understanding Texas Law
Although drug crimes are often associated with illegal narcotics such as cocaine or marijuana, prescription drug abuse is actually the… Continue reading Proper Disposal of Prescription Drugs in Texas
Read MoreKindness is a Gift
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Kindness is a Gift
November 13 is World Kindness Day. On this day, people around the world are urged to do kind deeds for… Continue reading Kindness is a Gift
Read MoreGrand Juries vs. Petit Juries: An Overview
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Understanding Texas Law
Every Houston resident has the right to a “trial by jury” when charged with a criminal offense. But there are… Continue reading Grand Juries vs. Petit Juries: An Overview
Read MoreTexas Motorcycle DWI Laws
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | DWI
According to the most recent figures from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are approximately 4,700 motorcyclists killed… Continue reading Texas Motorcycle DWI Laws
Read MoreSurprise: Weapons Charges in a Gun-Friendly State
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense, Firearms, Houston Criminal Cases
Texas has long had a reputation as a gun-friendly state. But that does not mean there is an absence of… Continue reading Surprise: Weapons Charges in a Gun-Friendly State
Read MoreThe Basics: When Can an Officer Search your Vehicle and House?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
Many of us have been pulled over by a police officer due to a minor traffic violation, such as speeding… Continue reading The Basics: When Can an Officer Search your Vehicle and House?
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