Posted by Tad Nelson | Family Law
At least one million Texans struggle with alcohol use disorder, and many more deal with drug dependency. Some abuse chemicals… Continue reading Can the Court Order a Drug Test in a Family Law Dispute?
Read MoreThe Dark Side of Substance Abuse: How Drugs and Alcohol Can Trigger Violence
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
At least 37 million Americans age 12 and older used illegal drugs in 2020, according to the National Center for… Continue reading The Dark Side of Substance Abuse: How Drugs and Alcohol Can Trigger Violence
Read MoreHow the Statute of Limitations Works in Texas Criminal Cases
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense, Drug Crime
The statute of limitations refers to a law that limits the time the state has to charge an individual with… Continue reading How the Statute of Limitations Works in Texas Criminal Cases
Read MoreIs My “Mere Presence” Near Illegal Drugs Enough to Prove Possession?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense, Drug Crime, Felony, Misdemeanor Crimes
You probably already know that possession of certain drugs–or “controlled substances,” as they are technically known under Texas law–is illegal.… Continue reading Is My “Mere Presence” Near Illegal Drugs Enough to Prove Possession?
Read MoreHow do Federal Drug Crimes Differ from State Charges?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
Most of the drug-related offenses that are charged in state court tend to be relatively minor. Federal crimes, on the… Continue reading How do Federal Drug Crimes Differ from State Charges?
Read MoreMisdemeanor Possession of Marijuana in Texas
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
While the possession of small amounts of marijuana has been legalized in many states, it remains a misdemeanor level crime… Continue reading Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana in Texas
Read MoreWhat is Constructive Possession?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
Under Texas law, there are two forms of possession, either of which can result in serious drug possession charges. The… Continue reading What is Constructive Possession?
Read MoreEnhancements for Offenses Committed in Drug-Free Zones
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
Any type of drug possession charge should be taken seriously, as a conviction can come with severe penalties, including jail… Continue reading Enhancements for Offenses Committed in Drug-Free Zones
Read MoreDrug Possession vs Drug Distribution in Texas
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
Being convicted of a drug-related crime comes with serious penalties, including hefty fines and significant jail time. Certain types of… Continue reading Drug Possession vs Drug Distribution in Texas
Read MoreCan Police Search My Luggage Without a Warrant If I’m Arrested at the Airport?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
The U.S. Constitution generally prohibits warrantless police searches of a suspect’s property. There are, however, multiple exceptions to this general… Continue reading Can Police Search My Luggage Without a Warrant If I’m Arrested at the Airport?
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