Criminal Defense Case Results

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Assault by Contact (Class C)

Location

Tarrant County, Fort Worth Municipal Court

Allegations

The case stemmed from a domestic dispute after a night out. Police arrived to find a minor red mark and arrested our client for assault by contact based largely on an initial statement. He consistently said he was trying to leave and any contact was to move past, not to injure. We pulled the bodycam, reports, and photos, and flagged inconsistencies about where and how the contact occurred and the absence of bodily injury. The complaining witness later signed an affidavit of nonprosecution, which we presented. Faced with weak proof, the prosecution dismissed.

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Tarrant County, CCC3

Allegations

After a traffic incident, officers claimed our client was unlawfully carrying a firearm and filed a UCW charge. We dug into the police reports and evidence to understand exactly how the weapon was found and why the search occurred. Our review identified problems with the justification for the detention and the scope of the search that led to the discovery. We laid those issues out to the prosecutor and made clear we were prepared to litigate a suppression. The state dismissed the case in its entirety.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Travis County, 450th District Court

Allegations

While on deferred probation for a prior felony, the client was cited for Class C assault by contact after a heated argument in a residence where a phone was knocked away. A motion to adjudicate followed, placing a potential felony conviction and prison exposure back in play. We obtained the citation and police account, coordinated with supervision, and presented mitigation highlighting the minor, non-injury nature of the ticket and the client’s readiness to comply with added conditions. We pressed the state to reject revocation and consider a corrective plan. The case was continued on deferred adjudication, preventing adjudication of guilt on the felony.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Comal County, County Court at Law 1

Allegations

After a traffic stop for alleged speeding and an aggressive exit, the officer noted an odor of alcohol and questioned our client. He had a recent leg injury and was in a medical boot, so the balance tests were not feasible and only an eye test was attempted while he was in pain. He later provided a breath sample over the limit and gave mixed statements about drinking. We obtained the dash and body cams, documented the testing problems and lack of accommodations, and challenged the officer’s observations. Using those weaknesses, we negotiated a reduction of the charge.

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DWI - Class A

Location

Tarrant County, CCC3

Allegations

Police responded to a roadside crash where the vehicle had struck a barrier and later another car made contact while it was disabled. Officers conducted a DWI investigation, the client declined testing, and a warrant was obtained for a blood draw. We reconstructed the sequence of events and challenged the probable cause for arrest, the instructions and observations recorded, and the basis for the warrant and handling of the sample. With no prior record and strong mitigation, we pushed for a nontrial resolution through a diversion track. The state dismissed the case.

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Theft (Third Degree or State Jail Felony)

Location

Williamson County, 277th Judicial District Court

Allegations

Our client faced a state jail felony theft case, and a missed setting had already triggered a warrant. We engaged quickly, coordinated with the court to address the warrant, and worked to get the bond situation under control. We relayed the transportation problems that caused the absence, the client’s recent steps toward stability, and the lack of prior felony convictions. With those mitigating factors on the table, we pushed to limit felony exposure. The charge was reduced and the resolution credited time already served, avoiding further jail.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Milam County, County Court at Law

Allegations

Stopped within seconds of leaving a bar, our client was arrested for DWI after the officer alleged lane positioning problems. The roadway had no center stripe and the client drove a wide truck. The client completed field tests, refused breath, and a warrant blood draw followed. We obtained discovery, scrutinized the justification for the stop and how the tests were conducted, and closely reviewed the blood-draw paperwork. With those issues on the table and our readiness to litigate, the state offered deferred adjudication, keeping a conviction off the record.

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Assault - Family Violence (Class C)

Location

Dallas County, Garland Municipal Court

Allegations

After a domestic argument at a residence, police responded and issued our client a Class C assault family violence citation. We were retained promptly, filed our appearance, and prepared for the first court setting. Through proper channels we confirmed the complaining witness did not want to pursue the case and ensured that position was communicated directly to the prosecutor. At the hearing we advocated dismissal based on the circumstances and the lack of participation by the complainant. The case was dismissed.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #5

Allegations

Following a late-night traffic stop for alleged wrong-way driving, the client was arrested and declined field sobriety testing. Officers obtained a warrant for a blood draw that later reported a BAC around 0.142. We secured the dash and body camera footage, which showed a calm stop, proper parking, and steady movements, with no obvious slurring. We also emphasized the time gap between the stop and the blood draw. Using these issues to press the prosecution, we negotiated a resolution that avoided jail and resulted in straight probation.

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Unlawful Restraint

Location

Bell County, County Court at Law 2

Allegations

Police arrested our client after a domestic argument at a residence. The complainant told officers the client blocked the door and briefly kept his phone, leading to an unlawful restraint charge. We got involved early, monitored the case while it was being reviewed, and opened dialogue with the prosecutor. The complainant later provided a sworn statement clarifying the encounter and expressing no interest in prosecution, which conflicted with the initial report. We compiled those discrepancies and pressed the State. The prosecution dismissed the case.

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Deadly Conduct - Class A Misdemeanor

Location

Bexar County, County Court-at-Law 7

Allegations

After a heated argument at a residence, the client picked up a handgun while preparing to leave, racked it, then unloaded it, placed it on a vehicle, and waited outside. Officers arrived, detained the client, and arrested for deadly conduct even though no threats were made and the firearm was never pointed at anyone. We moved quickly, gathered available records, and emphasized the lack of a specific threat and the client’s cooperation. We also notified the state that the complainant would not participate. Under that pressure, the prosecution rejected the case and it was dismissed.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Bell County, County Court at Law #2

Allegations

Police were called after a domestic dispute at a residence, and our client was arrested for family-violence assault based largely on the partner’s initial statement. We engaged early, obtained the reports, and opened a dialogue with the prosecutor. The complaining witness later declined to prosecute and provided a sworn statement, and our review showed notable inconsistencies with the original 911 narrative. We also submitted materials outlining severe collateral immigration consequences. Confronted with credibility problems and limited proof, the State dismissed the case.