Posted by Tad Nelson | Homicide
Houston has attempted to stem the rising tide of homicides by creating the “One Safe Houston” program. With a $53… Continue reading Homicide Rate Continues to Climb in Houston
Read MoreHow Prior Felonies Impact Your Sentence
Posted by Tad Nelson | Conviction
Criminal sentencing is sometimes unpredictable. The law gives judges some discretion as to whether to sentence a defendant to jail,… Continue reading How Prior Felonies Impact Your Sentence
Read MoreHow Does the Fourth Amendment Apply to Criminal Defenses?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
When you are facing any kind of criminal charges, it is essential to begin working with an aggressive Houston criminal… Continue reading How Does the Fourth Amendment Apply to Criminal Defenses?
Read MoreWhen Do a Police Officer’s “Misrepresentations” on a Warrant Application Matter?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense, Understanding Texas Law
Before the police may lawfully search a person’s property without the owner’s consent, an officer must first obtain a search… Continue reading When Do a Police Officer’s “Misrepresentations” on a Warrant Application Matter?
Read MoreHouston Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Acting as “Runner” in Telemarketing Scam
Posted by Tad Nelson | Conspiracy, Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime
Nobody likes getting telemarketing calls. One reason for this is that many such calls are schemes designed to cheat individuals… Continue reading Houston Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Acting as “Runner” in Telemarketing Scam
Read MoreWhat Counts as a “Speedy Trial” in a Misdemeanor Case?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense, Misdemeanor Crimes
When you are accused of a crime, you have the right to a trial to confront and challenge the prosecution’s… Continue reading What Counts as a “Speedy Trial” in a Misdemeanor Case?
Read MoreCan Prosecutors Prove Domestic Violence Even With Contradictory Eyewitness Testimony?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Assault, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence
Once police respond to a report of possible domestic violence, any evidence they legally obtain may later be used to… Continue reading Can Prosecutors Prove Domestic Violence Even With Contradictory Eyewitness Testimony?
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