Criminal Defense Case Results in Austin, TX

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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Allegations

The client was charged after a traffic stop for speeding and reckless driving. Further investigation revealed possession of drug paraphernalia and an obscured license plate.

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Misdemeanor Accident Involving Damage

Allegations

The individual was arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated and leaving the scene of an accident.

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Public Intox

Allegations

The client was arrested after police found them sleeping in a car after lunch at a restaurant chain. The client admitted to drinking wine with lunch and said the restaurant manager was notified that the client was planning to take a nap in his vehicle. No rideshares were available.

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Eluding a police officer

Allegations

The Individual was arrested for eluding police in a vehicle, a Class B misdemeanor, after being pursued to their home. The client said they were in a rush to get home to turn off the stove. The client had a prior criminal history.

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Misdemeanor MTRP

Allegations

The client was on probation for a prior DWI when arrested and charged with another DWI following a domestic dispute and erratic driving. The individual was particularly worried about any jail time due to medical needs.

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Felony MTRP

Allegations

The client was arrested for multiple misdemeanors and felonies, including possession and manufacturing of controlled substances, while on probation for a prior DWI offense. The client had stopped reporting to probation officers and was living at a faith-based rehab program.

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aggravated robbery

Allegations

The individual was involved in an altercation at a motorcycle dealership after a confrontation with staff that escalated into a fight and led to charges related to self-defense actions involving a weapon.

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Possession of a Fictitious or Fraudulent ID

Location

Coryell County, None

Allegations

During a traffic stop for an equipment issue, officers reported smelling marijuana and conducted a search. In the client’s bag they located several identification cards belonging to other people, which formed the basis for a fictitious or fraudulent ID charge. We challenged the justification for the search and pressed the state on any evidence of intent to use those IDs. Through focused negotiations, we secured a plea to straight probation consistent with the court’s terms.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Bell County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

A domestic argument at a residence escalated, and the complainant reported being pushed and showed officers a facial bruise. There were no independent witnesses and the client was not present when police arrived, so the file consisted largely of the initial statement and photos. We obtained and reviewed the reports, documented the lack of corroboration, and highlighted the client’s prompt enrollment in counseling and sobriety treatment. The complainant later signed an affidavit of non-prosecution, which we presented to the prosecutor. The case was dismissed.

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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Location

Coryell County

Allegations

A routine traffic stop for a minor equipment issue led officers to claim they smelled marijuana and to search the vehicle. The search turned up only trace residue and items the officer labeled as drug paraphernalia. We dissected the reports and patrol narrative, challenging the credibility of the claimed odor and the scope of the search. We also emphasized the minimal amount of material and the weak link between the items and our client. After sustained negotiations with the prosecutor, the state dismissed the paraphernalia charge.

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Possession of a Fictitious or Fake ID

Location

Coryell County, 440TH DISTRICT COURT

Allegations

During a traffic stop for an equipment issue, officers searched the vehicle and found identification cards that belonged to other people. That discovery led to a charge for possessing a fictitious or fake ID. We gathered the reports, clarified how the cards ended up in the car, and emphasized that there was no attempt to present or use them to mislead anyone during the stop. We highlighted mitigating factors and our client’s willingness to comply with strict supervision. After sustained negotiation, the state and court agreed to straight probation.

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DWI - First Offense

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #9

Allegations

After a single-vehicle crash, officers found our client unsteady and conducted roadside tests on uneven ground, including grass by a parking area. The client had just struck a pole, the airbag deployed, and there was a head impact, yet testing proceeded. A breath attempt failed, and a later warrant blood draw allegedly showed a high BAC. We obtained bodycam and 911 audio to document crash effects and compromised testing conditions that explained the balance issues. Combined with the client's swift completion of alcohol education and other compliance, we leveraged these problems with the evidence. The state dismissed the case.