Criminal Defense Case Results in Texas

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DWI with Child Passenger

Location

Montgomery County, 221st DC

Allegations

After towing a trailer through a drive-thru and clipping a curb, the client was stopped for alleged lane weaving with a minor in the car. They performed field sobriety tests, blew a roadside device with no result disclosed, and were then taken for a blood draw. A passenger contested the claim of weaving. We dug into the reports and video, challenging the basis for the stop, how the tests were given, and the timing and handling of the blood evidence. Facing those issues, the state reduced the felony to a lesser charge with deferred probation, keeping a felony conviction off the record.

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Theft (State Jail Felony)

Location

Harris County, 339th DC

Allegations

The case began after our client let an acquaintance use a rental car. Weeks later the car was not returned, the acquaintance blocked contact, and someone used the client’s ID to sell the vehicle. The state filed a felony theft charge. We obtained the rental records, police report, and messages showing the client tried to resolve it and reported the car stolen. We then exposed a key problem in the state’s file, the contract listed a different vehicle than the one allegedly sold with no documented swap. After pressing these issues and preparing for trial, the prosecutor dismissed the case.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 2

Allegations

While on misdemeanor deferred probation, the client was flagged for a violation and a motion to revoke was filed, which also generated a warrant. We moved quickly, contacted supervision and the assigned prosecutor, and compiled proof of the client’s compliance, including completion of a required class. We prepared for a walk-through if necessary, but after reviewing our submissions the state agreed not to proceed with revocation and to recall the warrant. The client was continued on deferred adjudication, avoiding jail and keeping a conviction off the record.

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Possession of THC (State Jail Felony)

Location

Atascosa County, 218th District Court

Allegations

After a traffic stop for an expired registration, officers asked to search the borrowed vehicle and the client consented. A vape cartridge with suspected THC oil, reportedly under a gram, was found on the rear floorboard; both occupants denied ownership. We obtained the police reports and bodycam, scrutinized the basis for the search, and pressed the State on proving the substance and weight through proper lab testing. With those issues on the table, we negotiated the felony down to a misdemeanor with deferred probation, keeping a felony conviction off the record.

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Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Hit and Run)

Location

Dallas County

Allegations

After a minor collision with another vehicle, the driver left the area and later learned law enforcement was trying to make contact. We were retained during the investigation phase and immediately took over communications, instructing that no statements be made. Our review showed no injury claims and no reliable identification of the driver beyond a license plate. We monitored for any warrant activity and highlighted the evidentiary gaps. With no case filed and the investigation stalling out, the matter was dismissed.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #6

Allegations

After a minor collision, officers responded and reported an odor of alcohol. The client admitted to one or two drinks, did roadside tests, and was arrested. At the station, two breath samples read about 0.14 and 0.15, and a Class B DWI was filed. We quickly requested the ALR hearing, obtained the videos and breath-test records, and opened talks with the state. We also provided proof the damage was covered by insurance and had the client complete DWI classes. The case ended in deferred adjudication, keeping a conviction off the record and positioning it for sealing after completion.

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Aggravated Assault

Location

Tarrant County, 432nd District Court

Allegations

A detective contacted our client after a domestic dispute led to an aggravated assault investigation. We intervened immediately, instructed the client not to speak with law enforcement, and took over all communications with the investigator. When a warrant followed, we coordinated a controlled surrender to avoid a surprise arrest while we prepared the defense. After reviewing the state’s reports and records, we demonstrated that the aggravated elements were not supported and key facts were uncorroborated. Confronted with those weaknesses, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Assault on a Public Servant

Location

Ellis County, 504TH DISTRICT COURT

Allegations

Police alleged our client struck an officer during booking after a chaotic mental health episode that began with a minor citation. We obtained the videos and reports, which showed no clear contact and key context missing from the officer’s account. We compiled medical records documenting the client’s condition and addressed the case’s procedural issues, including a warrant that surfaced despite consistent bond check-ins. After sustained negotiations, the state reduced the felony to a misdemeanor with deferred probation.

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Kendall County, 498th Judicial District Court

Allegations

The client faced a misdemeanor motion to revoke probation after supervision alleged two violations, a pending investigation and claims that community service hours were falsified using phone records. We obtained the revocation packet and demanded every shred of proof. We explained that a mere investigation is not a new law violation and attacked the reliability of location data as a proxy for attendance. We identified witnesses from the service site and prepared to present them if a hearing became necessary. Confronted with these issues, the state dismissed the motion and the case was closed.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Guadalupe County, County Court at Law # 2

Allegations

A late night traffic stop for running a red light led to a DWI arrest in Guadalupe County. The client admitted to drinking, performed field sobriety tests, and consented to a blood draw. We obtained the video evidence, police reports, and the lab packet, compared them to the officer’s narrative, and prepared targeted challenges. At the same time we built mitigation, including early DWI education, counseling, and proof of bond compliance. Leveraging that work, we negotiated deferred adjudication with probation, avoiding a conviction.

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Criminal Mischief (Felony)

Location

Collin County, 416th District Court

Allegations

An unrelated traffic stop alerted our client to an outstanding warrant for felony criminal mischief. With no prior notice about the allegation, the client retained us right away. We filed our notice of representation and obtained the probable cause affidavit and discovery to learn what incident the warrant referenced. After reviewing the materials, we challenged whether the evidence actually tied our client to the reported property damage and whether the claimed loss supported a felony. We signaled readiness to litigate those issues, and the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Theft (Third-Degree Felony)

Location

Dallas County, 292nd Judicial District Court

Allegations

A years-old warrant alleged felony theft from a former employer based on unauthorized checks and a claimed loss over $30,000. We verified the status, arranged a discreet surrender to avoid a surprise arrest, and secured reasonable bond terms. With discovery in hand, we challenged the loss valuation and scope of transactions and presented mitigation, including a clean history and proactive steps. Using that leverage, we negotiated a reduced charge with deferred probation, keeping a felony off the client’s record.