Posted by Tad Nelson | Traffic Offenses
For many people, traffic tickets are one more unplanned for expense that they either do not want to pay for… Continue reading The Consequences of Failing to Pay Your Speeding Ticket
Read MoreTaking Medicare Fraud Seriously in the Home Health Care Industry
Posted by Tad Nelson | White Collar Crime
One of the more high-profile white collar crimes pursued by federal prosecutors is Medicare and Medicaid fraud. Since establishing its… Continue reading Taking Medicare Fraud Seriously in the Home Health Care Industry
Read MoreHow Your Personal Character Affects a Misdemeanor Charge in Texas
Posted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
When it comes to misdemeanor crimes in Texas, you may find there is a double standard. In defending your innocence,… Continue reading How Your Personal Character Affects a Misdemeanor Charge in Texas
Read MoreWhat Is Considered a “Deadly Weapon” in Texas?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
Violent crimes are treated significantly more harshly in Texas when they involve a “deadly weapon.” This does not just refer… Continue reading What Is Considered a “Deadly Weapon” in Texas?
Read MoreDo Houston Police Illegally Prolong Traffic Stops to Seek Evidence of Drug Crimes?
Posted 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?
Read MoreIntent and the Felony-Murder Rule in Texas
Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
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
Read MoreDefendant Who Said Crimes Were “Only White Collar” Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison
Posted by Tad Nelson | White Collar Crime
There are many Texas residents who still do not appreciate the severity of white collar crimes. If you commit theft… Continue reading Defendant Who Said Crimes Were “Only White Collar” Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison
Read MoreHow Civil Commitment for “Sexually Violent Predators” Works in Texas
Posted by Tad Nelson | Sex Crime
Sex crimes and sexually based offenses carry more than a social stigma. A conviction often requires defendants to permanently register… Continue reading How Civil Commitment for “Sexually Violent Predators” Works in Texas
Read MoreWhen Does “Stalking” Justify a Protective Order in Texas?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Family Law
A protective order does not necessarily require an overt act of violence, such as proof of domestic violence. Under Texas… Continue reading When Does “Stalking” Justify a Protective Order in Texas?
Read MoreWhat Constitutes a Legal Stop in Houston?
Posted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
One of the most common traffic violations we see in the Houston area is failing to legally stop at a… Continue reading What Constitutes a Legal Stop in Houston?
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