Criminal Defense Case Results in Austin, TX

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Misdemeanor Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #2

Allegations

The client faced a motion to revoke misdemeanor probation after missed portable breath tests while the vehicle was in the shop and the device repeatedly malfunctioned. Bond conditions added a SCRAM bracelet and an ignition interlock, and a later stop in another jurisdiction produced a low 0.072 BAC that was not prosecuted but was cited as a violation. We gathered SCRAM and interlock reports, documented equipment issues and work schedule conflicts, and obtained records confirming the other case was rejected. We also presented proof of completed education programs, community service, and restored license eligibility. Negotiations resulted in straight probation, avoiding jail.

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Possession of Marijuana

Location

Bell County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

During a traffic stop for minor speeding on an interstate, the officer saw the client move an item from the front seat and questioned them about marijuana. The client acknowledged a small amount, reportedly under two ounces, in the vehicle. Our team obtained the police report, dash and body cam, and pressed for lab documentation verifying the substance’s identity and weight, including any packaging that indicated THCA. We also guided the client to complete clean drug screens and compiled mitigation. Emphasizing proof of identity and weight as a trial issue, we pushed negotiations until the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Assault - Family Violence

Location

Lampasas County, County Court at Law

Allegations

A family-violence assault case was filed after a domestic dispute while the client was moving out of a residence. The client reported a history of abuse and said the encounter turned physical when the other party initiated contact, prompting the client to defend themself. In the aftermath, the other party vandalized the client’s vehicle, was later arrested for stalking, and a protective order was issued. We documented that pattern, asserted self-defense, and challenged the State’s theory. The prosecution dismissed the case.

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Public Intoxication

Location

Hays County, San Marcos MC

Allegations

Police contacted our client near a nightlife area after claiming to see some stumbling while the client was arranging a ride home. The officer took an ID and issued a public intoxication citation, but never performed field sobriety tests, never used a breath test, and did not detain the client. We requested bodycam and reports and underscored the lack of observable impairment, no alcohol found on our client, and no evidence of danger to self or others. The client also enrolled in an alcohol awareness class. The prosecution dismissed the case.

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Obstruction of a Highway

Location

Williamson County, County Court at Law #5

Allegations

Police alleged our client blocked a lane in a private lot and issued an obstruction charge after a brief encounter with another driver. We obtained bodycam, dashcam, and 911 audio, then mapped the timeline against the report. The video showed only a momentary pause before the client safely went around the other vehicle, contradicting claims of a roadway obstruction. We also provided medical records documenting injuries from the arrest to underscore proportionality concerns. After presenting the discrepancies and pressing the weaknesses, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Public Intoxication

Location

Travis County, Pflugerville Municipal Court

Allegations

Our client was arrested for public intoxication after security detained them at a crowded event and they were booked into jail. After release they later received a citation. We entered an appearance, obtained the arrest affidavit, and pressed for discovery. The affidavit alleged stumbling and vomiting, but it also revealed the case had been filed in a court with no territorial jurisdiction over where the incident occurred. We met with the prosecutor, presented the defect, and signaled we would litigate it. The state dismissed the case.

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Accident Involving Damage to Vehicle Over $200

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #4

Allegations

After a minor traffic incident, police accused our client of leaving the scene after causing more than $200 in damage. She explained she had braked on a hill, felt no impact, and was unaware of any collision. We obtained the police reports and focused on the proof problems, including her lack of awareness and the condition of her car, which showed only a small scratch with no paint transfer. We pressed the state on whether they could establish knowledge of a crash and the alleged damage amount. Confronted with those weaknesses, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Terroristic Threat

Location

Bell County, CC2

Allegations

Following a volatile family dispute, our client was accused of making a terroristic threat after sending a message that included a gun photo and threatening language. We obtained the digital records, evaluated how strongly the state could link the message to our client, and advised on trial risk. We then engaged the prosecutor and pushed for a non-conviction outcome, emphasizing mitigation and future no-contact. The state reduced its position to deferred adjudication for 12 months with early termination after six. The client accepted, keeping a conviction off the record.

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Driving While License Invalid (With Prior)

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

Police stopped our client during a routine patrol and cited them for driving while license invalid, enhanced by a prior. The suspension traced back to an older alcohol-related case, with DPS holds for SR-22 and an interlock requirement. We pulled the DPS record, confirmed what blocked reinstatement, and coordinated SR-22 filing and proof of interlock compliance. After working with DPS, we secured a temporary valid license and full eligibility. We presented that documentation to the prosecutor and argued dismissal in light of complete compliance. The case was dismissed.

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Criminal Mischief

Location

Travis County, County Court at Law #3

Allegations

The client faced a criminal mischief charge after a crash led them to a nearby house where, confused, they tried a back door that was later found damaged. The report showed they believed it was their own residence. We pulled the incident paperwork, pinpointed how the damage happened during a brief, disoriented attempt to enter, and focused the case on intent. We communicated that context early and pressed the state on proof of purposeful damage. The prosecutor agreed the evidence did not justify moving forward, and the case was dismissed.

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Public Lewdness

Location

Travis County, CCL5

Allegations

After consensual activity in a parked car at a residential parking garage, police detained the client and filed a public lewdness charge. Our team demanded the reports and body camera footage and examined the officer narratives line by line. We challenged whether the location and visibility actually fit the statute and made clear we were prepared to litigate. At the same time, we directed the client to take an online cognitive education course to demonstrate accountability. With that mitigation and our evidentiary challenges on the table, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Child Endangerment (Third Degree Felony)

Location

Bell County, 27th Judicial District Court

Allegations

After a domestic argument, the client was accused of child endangerment when a brief swat was alleged to have caused a fall and injury. We pulled the bodycam, 911 audio and photos, and highlighted that the noticeable bruise predated the incident from an unrelated household accident. CPS became involved, the client entered treatment and produced clean tests, and there was no prior criminal history. The complainant later signed an affidavit of non-prosecution, which we presented. Leveraging those inconsistencies and mitigation, we negotiated deferred adjudication, keeping a conviction off the record.