Criminal Defense Case Results

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DWI - Second Offense

Location

Williamson County, CCL2

Allegations

After a stop for lane drifting, officers suspected intoxication, conducted roadside tests, and arrested our client. He refused the breath test, and a blood sample was taken. We obtained the body and dash video, which showed a calm, respectful interaction and solid performance on balance testing. We pressed the state on the blood analysis and the way the roadside testing was conducted. The client also completed an alcohol evaluation and began recommended steps. Using that leverage, we negotiated a reduction and straight probation with no jail condition.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Collin County, 416th District Court

Allegations

The client was on felony probation when a new arrest triggered a motion to revoke. We moved quickly to avoid a surprise pickup, coordinating a controlled surrender and expedited release on bond. Our team compiled hospital records confirming a facial injury, photos, messages, and a victim advocate letter showing the client as the reporting victim, plus documentation of ongoing harassment and a warrant against the other party. We also demonstrated prompt reporting and clean compliance on probation. Faced with this record, the State dismissed the motion.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Hays County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

Officers responded to a domestic argument in a vehicle. The complainant alleged the client squeezed a hand and made a threat, and the report noted only minor redness, no fractures or bruising. There were no third party witnesses. We obtained the complaining witness's affidavit requesting no prosecution and emphasized the lack of independent corroboration. After sustained negotiations and a firm trial posture, the case was resolved with straight probation, avoiding additional jail time.

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Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Felony)

Location

Williamson County

Allegations

After a crash where the driver left the area, the vehicle's owner told his insurer our client had been driving, and investigators later called to ask questions. We got involved quickly, took over communications, and requested the police report and the insurance file. Our review showed the identification rested on a secondhand insurance claim rather than direct evidence. We challenged the state to produce corroboration tying our client to the wheel at the time of impact. When they could not, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Collin County, 416th District Court

Allegations

The client was on felony probation in Collin County when an out-of-county arrest triggered a motion to revoke and a warrant. We arranged a controlled surrender and worked to have a bond set quickly so the client could be released. Our team compiled proof the client was identified as the victim in the underlying incident, including ER records of a nasal fracture, photos, and a victim liaison letter, and documented repeated protective-order violations by the other party. We also provided proof of counseling, service hours, and prompt self-reporting to probation. After presenting this package and challenging the new allegations, the State dismissed the revocation.

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Driving While License Invalid (With Prior)

Location

Travis County, CCL5

Allegations

The case stemmed from an old citation for driving while license invalid, later enhanced due to a prior. Years later, the client had cleared tickets and reinstated the license, yet an old warrant resurfaced. We pulled DPS records confirming full eligibility to drive and obtained a copy of the current license. We confronted the State with the age of the case and the mismatch between the original allegation and the client’s present status. At the first opportunity in court, the prosecutor agreed to dismiss the charge.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Collin County, 416th District Court

Allegations

While on felony probation, the client faced a motion to revoke after an out of county arrest. We moved quickly to verify her compliance, documenting timely reporting, negative tests, and program participation. Our team compiled materials that undermined the alleged violation, including ER records and photos of injuries, phone records, and police communications showing the other party was violating a protective order. We pressed for resets while the outside case was evaluated and presented this record to the prosecutor. The State dismissed the motion.

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Bail Jumping

Location

Travis County, CCL5

Allegations

The case stemmed from a missed appearance years earlier after a cite and release on a traffic matter. No arrest occurred at the time, but a warrant lingered and the client was later picked up in a different county. We verified, through official driving records, that the client had since reinstated a valid license and obtained a current card. We compiled that documentation, emphasized the age of the file and the lack of clear notice of any court date, and met with the prosecution at the first setting. Confronted with a stale case and our evidentiary package, the state dismissed the bail jumping charge.

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Obtaining Money, Labor, or Property by False Pretenses (Misdemeanor)

Location

Los Angeles County, Inglewood

Allegations

The client discovered a decades-old misdemeanor warrant during an employment background check. It stemmed from allegations of obtaining money, labor, or property by false pretenses tied to auto repair invoices years earlier, and the client had never received notice of the case. We pulled the file, appeared in court on the client’s behalf to quash the warrant, and pressed a motion based on unreasonable delay and lack of diligence in bringing the case to court. With evidence long stale and notice issues, the prosecutor dismissed the case in the interest of justice.

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DWI (BAC Over .15)

Location

Collin County, County Court at Law 3

Allegations

After a late-night gathering, the client was involved in a single-vehicle crash and officers arrived to find airbags deployed. A trooper conducted roadside sobriety tests and arrested the client, and prosecutors later alleged a BAC over .15. We pressed the state on the way the field tests and breath evidence were administered and demanded full discovery. In parallel, we built mitigation, documenting strict compliance with alcohol monitoring and assembling supportive materials. The combined pressure led to a negotiated probationary sentence with no further jail.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Brazoria County, CCL1

Allegations

A domestic dispute at a residence led to an accusation that our client assaulted a family member. The client reported being struck repeatedly and used limited force only to stop the attack and protect a nearby child. Officers did not witness the incident, and the case rested largely on the complainant’s account. We obtained the state’s file, scrutinized the reports and available recordings, and highlighted the lack of independent corroboration alongside strong self‑defense issues. After firm negotiations and readiness for trial, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Driving While License Suspended (Class B Misdemeanor)

Location

Davidson County, Birch Bldg, Court Room 5C

Allegations

During a roadside encounter, officers learned our client’s license was suspended due to child support arrears and filed a charge for driving while license suspended. We pulled the driving record, documented the child support basis for the suspension, and coordinated resets so the client could begin taking steps toward reinstatement. We presented those efforts and the underlying reason for the suspension to the prosecutor and pressed for leniency. The state agreed to reduce the charge, and the client received straight probation.