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DWI w/ BAC Over .15 = NOT GUILTY
Our client had gotten his vehicle high-centered on an embankment in Farmers Branch, Texas. The Dallas County Fire Department called the police to come check on our client’s welfare. The police officer testified that he smelled an “overwhelming” odor of alcohol, heard slurred speech, and saw blood shot, watery eyes on our client. Based on his observations, the officer decided to have our client perform field sobriety tests. The Farmers Branch Police Officer testified that our client was uncooperative during the tests, and the parts he did do, he failed. After the arrest, the officer took our client to [...]
Assault Lawyer Defenses For Assault With A Deadly Weapon
Fear, uncertainty, and isolation can quickly dominate your life when accused of causing serious bodily injury with a deadly weapon. In such challenging situations, an Assault Lawyer becomes your lifeline. They effectively defend you and work towards the most favorable outcome for your case. Know more about the legal landscape surrounding offenses related to assault with a deadly weapon in Texas. Learn how a proficient attorney can safeguard your rights and employ effective legal strategies to confront the accusations head-on. A Skilled Assault Lawyer Builds Your Defense A lawyer experienced in assault cases is your most valuable asset when dealing [...]
Driving While Intoxicated – Not Guilty By Judge’s Verdict
The Medlin Law Firm’s client was arrested and charged with DWI nearly two years ago in Tarrant County, Texas. Around 3 AM, he was pulled over on the highway after briefly stopping at a red light before proceeding. The Bedford Police Officer then initiated a hurried investigation, requesting that our client perform Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, which he failed according to the officer. When asked for a blood sample, our client refused, prompting the officer to obtain a warrant for his blood. Cody Gomora, leveraging his experience as a former police officer, recognized the arresting officer’s inexperience and requested to [...]
Why It’s Illegal To Bring Marijuana Back To Texas
Why is it illegal to bring marijuana from Colorado back to Texas? It is illegal to bring marijuana back to Texas from Colorado, New Mexico, or any other state where it's legal because marijuana is still illegal in Texas. Even though there's medical marijuana that some people can use, even though there is CBD (Cannabidiol) and other products with less than 0.3% THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) concentration, marijuana, generally, is still illegal in Texas. Because it's illegal in Texas, it means that it's illegal in Texas— it doesn't matter where it came from. It doesn't matter if you bought it legally [...]
What To Do When Stopped For A DWI In Texas?
What To Do When Stopped For A DWI In Texas? This is really a great question and there are a lot of things to talk about on this. The main thing is don't answer any questions. That's the first mistake most people make and that is the biggest mistake. There's a kind of a joke— our clients have the right to remain silent, but very few have the ability. So, when you get pulled over for an investigation of DWI, one of the first things that happens is the officer starts asking you questions. The first thing you should [...]
Supreme Court Ruling: Bump Stock Ban & Separation of Powers
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has struck down the Trump administration’s bump stock ban, emphasizing the importance of statutory interpretation and the separation of powers. The decision, delivered by a 6-3 majority, rejected the federal government’s argument that rifles equipped with bump stocks are equivalent to machine guns, which are banned under federal law. The Essence Of The Case Though widely perceived as a Second Amendment issue, Cargill v. Garland is fundamentally about statutory interpretation. The case revolves around the ATF’s authority to classify bump stocks as machine guns. The Court’s decision highlights a triumph of textualism—where the [...]
What To Do When Police Knock On Your Door?
What Should You Do When The Police Knock On Your Door? When the police knock on your door, you probably ought to answer. You don’t have to answer the door, but if they’ve got a warrant, they may break the door down, so go ahead and answer the door. Now, here’s the important thing: do not answer any questions no matter what. It can never be used against you that you invoked your right to remain silent. It cannot make your situation any worse. It cannot cause you to be arrested when you wouldn’t have been arrested otherwise, and it [...]
What Is Theft By Deception In Texas?
Theft By Deception In Texas: What Is It & How Does It Work? It’s deceiving someone in order to commit theft. It might be getting someone to perform a service, like doing some remodeling on your home, and saying you’re going to pay them for it, but then you get them something that is worthless or you don’t pay them. Then, that might be theft by deception. You got them to perform the service, believing that they were going to get paid and then you never paid them. It’s like DoorDash, coming to the apartment and they say they’ve [...]
Exploring Plea Bargain As An Option In Dallas Criminal Cases
If you’re facing the risk of a conviction, the option of a plea bargain can be a critical consideration. This might offer a more certain outcome than a trial and could lessen the expense and duration of court proceedings. It is crucial to consult a reliable criminal defense lawyer to know if this is the right move. Their experience and advice can be essential to fully utilize this legal option to your case’s advantage. Plea bargains can efficiently resolve legal cases, eliminating the need for a lengthy trial by creating a strategic compromise. However, using such an offer requires more [...]
Charged With Harassment : Decisive Verdict Not Guilty!
Our client’s relentless pursuit of a parent-child relationship was met with opposition over the years. Despite fervently seeking visitation rights during his son’s infancy to build a meaningful bond, his efforts were systematically thwarted by his ex-wife. After enduring years of frustrated attempts, he patiently bided his time until his son grew older before pursuing legal recourse to re-establish their connection. In a twist of events, his ex-wife orchestrated legal action, enlisting a Fort Worth police detective to obtain a warrant under the guise of harassment. Our client was arrested at his first hearing in family court in Tarrant [...]
