Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Being convicted of a crime in Texas comes with serious penalties. The most common are jail or prison sentences, as… Continue reading What is Criminal Restitution?
Read MoreCan Fingerprint Evidence Convict You of a Crime?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Fingerprint evidence is still central to many investigations, even after the rise of DNA testing. In fact, being fingerprinted is… Continue reading Can Fingerprint Evidence Convict You of a Crime?
Read MoreWhat is Criminal Attempt in Texas?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Criminal attempt is a “preparatory offense” under Texas law where a defendant tries to commit a crime but doesn’t follow… Continue reading What is Criminal Attempt in Texas?
Read MoreShould You Appeal a Criminal Conviction?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Believe it or not, a conviction at trial is not the end of your criminal justice journey. Instead, you likely… Continue reading Should You Appeal a Criminal Conviction?
Read MoreWhat is the Crime of Harboring a Runaway Child?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Children run away from home all the time. We see their faces looking out from posters which hang on bulletin… Continue reading What is the Crime of Harboring a Runaway Child?
Read MoreWhat is Swatting and Is It a Crime?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Swatting is a form of harassment where a person makes a false report to the police to get an emergency… Continue reading What is Swatting and Is It a Crime?
Read MoreAvoid Making these “Harmless” Statements to the Police
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Getting stopped by the police is a stressful experience, and many people will do or say anything to end the… Continue reading Avoid Making these “Harmless” Statements to the Police
Read MoreWere You Charged with a Hate Crime?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
A hate crime in Texas is any crime motivated by bias or hatred of someone due to their race, color,… Continue reading Were You Charged with a Hate Crime?
Read MoreCan You Face Criminal Charges for Firing a Gun in Public?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Texas residents enjoy strong gun rights, and many people have multiple firearms which they carry openly as is allowed by… Continue reading Can You Face Criminal Charges for Firing a Gun in Public?
Read MoreIs Practicing Medicine Without a License a Crime in Texas?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
In Texas, you need to be a licensed physician to engage in the “practice of medicine.” Without an active medical… Continue reading Is Practicing Medicine Without a License a Crime in Texas?
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