Criminal Defense Case Results in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Dallas County, County Criminal Court No. 10

Allegations

After a late-night traffic stop, officers searched the vehicle and found a handgun in the center console, which led to a UCW charge. Our team obtained the reports and evidence, scrutinized the justification for the stop and the scope of the search, and highlighted that mere possession in these circumstances did not satisfy the statute. We presented these problems to the prosecutor and made clear we were prepared to litigate them. The state dismissed the UCW. We then moved for the return of the firearm.

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Interference with Emergency Call

Location

Tarrant County, CCC6

Allegations

During a domestic dispute at a residence, the complainant began to make a call and our client took the phone in the heat of the moment. Police later arrived and arrested the client for interference with an emergency call. We obtained the reports and statements from witnesses who were present, showing the phone was grabbed amid a chaotic argument. We emphasized that the client believed the call was to a family member, not emergency services, and highlighted the lack of proof of intent. After sustained negotiations, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon

Location

Rockwall County, County Court at Law 2

Allegations

During a nighttime traffic stop for an alleged license plate light issue, officers said they smelled marijuana and proceeded to search the vehicle without consent. A handgun was located inside and the client was arrested for unlawful carrying of a weapon. We scrutinized the stop, comparing the shifting reasons given to the report, dashcam, and bodycam. We prepared suppression arguments on the stop and search to pressure the state. The prosecution acknowledged the risks and agreed to deferred probation, avoiding a conviction if successfully completed.

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Solicitation of Prostitution

Location

Dallas County, 203rd Judicial District Court

Allegations

Police ran an online sting. Our client contacted a posted number and drove to a hotel area as instructed. He texted that he had arrived, was detained in his car, and officers seized his phone, wallet, and the agreed cash. We reviewed the communications and arrest procedure, then engaged the prosecutor early. When the state offered a path to dismissal through a targeted class, we pushed to get the recommendation filed and secured quick enrollment. After proof on record, the state dismissed the case.

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Felony Motion to Revoke Probation

Location

Dallas County, 265th Judicial District Court

Allegations

The client was nearing the end of a lengthy felony probation when a warrant issued for an alleged violation based on unpaid restitution. They had completed every other term without incident. We moved in quickly, focused negotiations on the clean supervision record and the client's limited means, and pushed back on revocation predicated only on nonpayment. After continued pressure, the state withdrew the motion and the court dismissed the proceeding. The client avoided jail and put the case behind them.

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Possession of Marijuana

Location

Rockwall County, County Court at Law 2

Allegations

During a traffic stop, an officer claimed our client's license plate light was out, then switched explanations and asserted an odor of marijuana, leading to a search without consent. A small amount was found in a jar inside the center console. We obtained the dashcam, bodycam, and reports and mapped the timeline, highlighting the inconsistent reasons for the stop and the shaky basis for the search. We challenged probable cause and made clear we were prepared to litigate suppression. Faced with those defects, the state dismissed the case.

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Child Endangerment

Location

Denton County, 16th Judicial District Court

Allegations

A domestic dispute during a child exchange led to an arrest for child endangerment. Police responded to a disturbance, and the other parent alleged unsafe conduct and said a cell phone video existed. The state never produced that video. We secured the CPS file showing the investigation was closed without adverse findings, and we documented the complainant’s unwillingness to cooperate. After pressing the DA on the lack of corroboration and setting the case for trial, the prosecution dismissed the case.

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Felony MTRP

Allegations

The individual faced charges due to multiple misdemeanor and felony cases, with some cases still active and others closed.

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Deadly Conduct Misdemeanor

Allegations

An individual was arrested while talking with a family member. The client was shocked by the arrest and was unclear on the reason. The client had a prior arrest for deadly conduct.

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UCW

Allegations

The client was arrested for leaving the turn signal on too long. The individual failed a field sobriety test and registered a BAC of .19. The client was also charged with unlawful carrying of a weapon.

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Solicitation of Prostitution

Allegations

The individual was arrested and charged with solicitation of a prostitute during a sting operation after arranging to meet someone from a website.

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reckless driving

Allegations

The individual was arrested for reckless driving after engaging in a high-speed race with two other cars on a highway. Police officers pulled over the individual's car and another, while the third car evaded capture.