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Effects of a DV Conviction on Criminal History There are a few unique characteristics that make DV cases difficult to deal with when it comes to a criminal history.  The FV finding, discussed previously, cannot be waived, and applies to...

Felony AFV Cases It should go without saying that Felony Assault cases are extremely serious.  They can become a felony when “enhanced” because there is a previous family violence conviction, because it is alleged that the defendant impeded breath of...

FVIP Program and Pretrial Diversion The Family Violence Intervention Program (FVIP) for misdemeanors, and Pretrial Diversion for Felonies each allow the case to be dismissed following completion of certain requirements.  This is often great for the client because he/she does...

The Burden of Proof in DV Cases The Prosecutor Must Prove the Case, Not You An important factor in family violence cases is the burden of proof.  These cases can come down to he-said/she-said, and that is not enough for...

Bond Conditions and Protective Orders As a condition of release, the judge can place any condition to ensure the safety of the community, or to secure the return to court.  A good attorney will work to tailor the conditions as...

Travis County DV Assault Guide for 2023 Introducing the 2023 Travis County Assault Family Violence Guide.  If you are a loved one has been charged with Assault Family Violence in Travis County, this free guide might be a helpful resource. ...

2023 Travis County DWI Guide Part 10 – Criminal History A conviction is forever.  It doesn’t fall off your record after a certain amount of years.  Unless later pardoned (extremely rare), or unless the laws change, there’s no way to...

Travis County DWI Guide Part 9 -Drug-Based DWIs The most common way for someone to be charged with a DWI is by driving after consuming an excessive amount of alcohol. Not everyone realizes that drugs can lead to a DWI...

2023 Travis County DWI Guide Part 8 – Felony DWIs For obvious reasons, felony DWIs are more serious than misdemeanors.  For starters, jail time is far more likely with DWIs.  Additionally, bond conditions are going to be more severe, costs will be...

2023 Travis County DWI Guide Part 7 – Trial Trial in DWI cases is unlikely.  There are many reasons for this, but essentially it comes down to game theory.  In negotiations, avoiding trial is often in the interest of all parties, so...