Posted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
A grand jury proceeding is often the first stage in prosecuting a defendant suspected of white collar crimes like securities… Continue reading Who Is Allowed to Present Evidence to a Texas Grand Jury?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes
Misdemeanor offenses like theft or a first-time DWI may not carry the same potential for lengthy prison sentences as felonies… Continue reading Are “Citizen’s Arrests” Permissible in Misdemeanor Cases?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Criminal Defense
You have probably heard of a “grand jury” without understanding its exact function. Unlike a trial (or “petit”) jury, a… Continue reading What Are My Rights Before a Texas Grand Jury?
Read MorePosted by Tad Nelson | Sex Crime
Sexual assault and rape are perhaps the most serious crimes in Texas short of murder. Texas classifies many types of… Continue reading Can Evidence of Prior Bad Acts Convict Me of Rape in Texas?
Read More