Posted by Tad Nelson | Drug Crime
During a traffic stop, a police officer may ask for permission to search your vehicle. You should always refuse permission.… Continue reading Texas Appeals Court Throws Out Drug Conviction, 68-Year Sentence, Due to Improper Jury Instruction
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
When a police officer stops you–or attempts to stop you–for suspicion of a crime, the absolute worst thing you do… Continue reading Galveston Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Evading Arrest
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | White Collar Crime
White collar crimes like forgery are often prosecuted as misdemeanor offenses, which carry one year or less of jail time.… Continue reading How Long Could I Go to Jail for Misdemeanor Check Forgery?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Sex Crime
Compelling prostitution–i.e., pimping–is one of the most serious sex crimes a person can be charged with, in Texas. Under the… Continue reading Houston Appeals Court Rules 4-Year-Old Incapable of Committing “Prostitution”
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
In a trial involving misdemeanor crimes, the defendant has the same constitutional rights as in felony cases. This includes, among… Continue reading Understanding the Right to “Confront” the Evidence Against You in a Misdemeanor Case
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Drunk Driving, DWI
Misdemeanor DWI arrests in Texas often begin with a traffic stop. A police officer must first have “reasonable suspicion” that… Continue reading Can the Police Detain Me on Suspicion of DWI Based on an Anonymous Tip?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Domestic Violence
A conviction on domestic violence charges can land you in prison for a very long time. Defendants often face an… Continue reading How Throwing a Beer Can at Your Partner Can Land You in Jail for 25 Years
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence can elevate a misdemeanor charge into a felony offense. For example, under Section 22.01 of the Texas Penal… Continue reading How Domestic Violence Can Raise Misdemeanor Assault to a Felony
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Traffic Offenses
Not all traffic violations involve actions you make while driving a vehicle. Even if you are simply walking down a… Continue reading Can I Be Ticketed for a Traffic Violation as a Pedestrian?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Any criminal charge is a serious matter. But if you are already on probation–or community supervision, as it is known… Continue reading Does Admitting to a Possible Crime at a Probation Hearing Prevent Me from Arguing Self-Defense at Trial?
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