What are my legal options if I’m charged with DWI in Houston?

If you’re arrested for drunk driving, we have at least 3 options for dealing with the charge within the confines of Texas law. We can attempt to get the case dismissed, work out a deal with the Harris County Dist. Atty’s Office, or we can fight the charge, head-on, in a full-blown trial.

Is it possible to beat a Houston DWI charge in Harris County?

Absolutely. The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates wields a distinctive set of credentials, training, and is an asset to anyone facing criminal charges related to DWI in Houston. Although every case is different, we also have a solid record of winning in court for our clients.

Can I avoid jail time if I’m convicted for drunk driving?

In short, yes. In reality, there are a number of different factors involved in each and every case we’ve seen in our experience as Houston DWI attorneys. Probation is usually a possibility for most persons that are convicted of DWI in Houston. However, there are no guarantees.

How much jail time can I get if I’m convicted of DWI?

A determination on jail sentencing is the sole priority of the court within the guidelines of Texas criminal law. Depending on the frequency of DWI offenses incurred by the defendant, and the severity of additional factors, a jail sentence could be as short as a few days, to life.

Can you help with truck driver DWI cases involving a CDL?

As a matter of fact we can. The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates is among the premier law firms in Texas for DWI defense. Both lawyers on our Houston DWI defense team are Certified ACS/CHAL Lawyer-Scientists, with Tad Nelson holding a Board Certification.

Will I lose my Texas Drivers’ License if I’m charged with DWI?

In Texas, if you’re arrested for DWI or DUI, the process of Administrative License Revocation is initiated for the purpose of automatically suspending your Texas Drivers’ License. Houston DWI lawyer Tad A. Nelson may be able to intervene, and prevent TDL suspension.

DWI Defense Case Results

Updated: Mar 5, 2023 @ 5:36 pm

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Results of DWI Cases Handled by Attorney Tad Nelson

Below is a cross section of cases and Counties handled by Tad Nelson & Associates over the past few years. This by no means is an exhaustive listing of all the cases handled by the firm.

If you’re looking for help with fighting back against felony DWI charges, The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & associates are available to discuss your case today. Please call us at 281-280-0100 to get started.

DWI CASES	OUTCOME
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 1191947; Harris County DWI –1st	Not Guilty Verdict
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 21773-02; Chambers County DWI-1st	Not Guilty Verdict
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 1473768; Harris County DWI-1st	Not Guilty Verdict
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 1469709; Harris County DWI-1st	Not Guilty Verdict
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 1459081; Harris County DWI-1st	Not Guilty Verdict
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 282915; Galveston County DWI-1st	Dismissed
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 07CR2987; Galveston County DWI-4th	Felony reduced to Misdemeanor
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 1467407; Harris County DWI-1st	Dismissed
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 08CR2044; Galveston County DWI with Child Passenger DWI-1st	Felony reduced to Misdemeanor
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 281365; Galveston County DWI and Criminal Mischief DWI-1st	DWI-reduced to Obstruction of Hwy Criminal Mischief-Dismissed
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 1541510; Harris County DWI-1st	Dismissed
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 283609; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 282539; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 26015; Chambers County DWI-1st	Dismissed
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 08CR1048; Galveston County DWI-1st	Dismissed
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 280477; Galveston County DWI-1st	Dismissed
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 282912; Galveston County DWI-1st	Dismissed
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 278970; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 278574; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 08CR0352; Galveston County DWI-3rd	Felony reduced to Misdemeanor
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 165831; Brazoria County DWI-1st	Reduced to Reckless Driving
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 262028; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 278031; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 253033; Galveston County DWI-1st	Dismissed after start of Jury Trial
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 277408; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 276965; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 275303; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 274528; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 273327; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 278069; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 272352; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 285857; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 281326; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 08CR0038; Galveston County DWI-3rd	Felony reduced to Misdemeanor
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 285845; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 283895; Galveston County DWI-1st	Reduced to Obstruction of Hwy.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 284147; Galveston County DWI	Dismissed.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 280096; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 283675; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 285150; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 283591; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 267087; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Class C (ticket).
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 277945; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 268744; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 271917; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Reckless Driving.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 285698; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Speeding Ticket.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 267120; Galveston County DWI	Dismissed.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 276708; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 286523; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Class C (ticket).
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 289895; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 288514; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.
State vs. XXXX; Cause No. 281850; Galveston County DWI	Reduced to Obstruction of Highway.

Your Local DWI Lawyers

Attorneys Tad Nelson & Amber Spurlock are ready to assist you if you’re facing prosecution for DWI, Felony DWI, DWI Manslaughter, DWI with a Child Passenger, or any other criminal offense involving DWI in Houston, Galveston, and League City.