Posted by Tad Nelson | White Collar Crime
If you serve in a fiduciary role for someone else, you must not “misapply” any funds entrusted to your care.… Continue reading What Is “Misapplication of Fiduciary Funds” Under Texas Law?
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If you serve in a fiduciary role for someone else, you must not “misapply” any funds entrusted to your care.… Continue reading What Is “Misapplication of Fiduciary Funds” Under Texas Law?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
A common element of misdemeanor crimes in Texas is identification. In other words, if prosecutors charge you with a misdemeanor… Continue reading Can I Be Convicted of Misdemeanor Assault Even if Nobody Identifies Me in Court?
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Although we commonly associate traffic violations with driving violations like speeding or failing to stop at a red light, an… Continue reading How a Dispute Over Mud Flaps Led to a Truck Driver’s Felony Conviction
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
If you are charged with a serious crime in Texas, you have the right to present a defense within the… Continue reading Can I Argue Self-Defense in a Burglary Case?
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Can the police stop you and ask you to identify yourself? The answer to this question depends on the circumstances.… Continue reading Can I Be Charged With a Misdemeanor for Failing to Identify Myself to the Police?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
Many Houston-area residents find themselves facing serious drug charges because they do not understand their legal rights when stopped by… Continue reading Do Houston Police Illegally Prolong Traffic Stops to Seek Evidence of Drug Crimes?
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A common issue in criminal defense law is addressing the issue of “intent.” For example, if a defendant accidentally killed… Continue reading Intent and the Felony-Murder Rule in Texas
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There is often a very fine line between a misdemeanor and felony offense in Texas. Consider the common crime of… Continue reading Distinguishing Misdemeanor and Felony Assault in Texas
Read MorePosted by Tad 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
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