Case Results

Court: Tarrant County Criminal District Court Number 3 (CDC3)

Client was arrested for allegedly forcing entry into ex-partner's home and subsequently interfering with the partner attempting to contact 911. Client was charged with a first degree felony, punishable between five to 99 years, or life in prison and a fine up to $10,000.

Tarrant County Domestic Violence Criminal Defense Attorney Ian Routledge thoroughly investigated the allegation and found evidence that directly contradicted the alleged victim's statement. Attorney Ian Routledge was able to have the State dismiss the matter.

The client maintained their expunction eligibility and will be able to have this matter removed from their background. 

Court: Bexar County Criminal Court Number 9

Client wrongfully accused of Indecent Exposure, a Class B Misdemeanor punishable up to six months in the county jail and a fine up to $2,000, after leaving a private sales meeting with a client. 

Criminal Defense Attorney Ian Routledge investigated the accusation and found evidence that directly contradicted the alleged victim's statement. Attorney Ian Routledge relentlessly fought for and secured a dismissal - clearing the client's good name. 

The client maintained their expunction eligibility, and can have this incident removed from their record.  

Court: Tarrant County Criminal Court Number 6 (CCC6)

Client was arrested after firing his AK-47 at the ground in self-defense and in the defense of his mother from would-be attackers. Discharging a Firearm in a Municipality if a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable up to one year in jail and a fine up to $4,000.

Tarrant County Firearm Criminal Defense Attorney Ian Routledge, and proud 2nd Amendment supporter, relentlessly defended his client and had the State dismiss the matter instead of proceeding to trial. 

The client maintained their expunction eligibility and will have the opportunity to have this matter removed from their background. 

Court: Tarrant County Criminal Court Number 8 (CCC8)

Client was arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) after crashing into another vehicle in a Walmart parking lot. A DWI is a Class B Misdemeanor, punishable up to 180 days in jail, a $2,000 fine, a six month driver license suspension, and a $3,500 superfine/ driver license reinstatement fee.

Tarrant County DWI Criminal Defense Attorney Ian Routledge scientifically dismantled the State's forensic lab report resulting in the State choosing to dismiss the case instead of taking it to trial. 

The Client maintained their expunction eligibility and will be able to have this matter removed from their record.

Court: Tarrant County 271st District Court (D271)

Client charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, a Second Degree Felony punishable up to 20 years in prison and a fine up $10,000, and Evading Arrest, a misdemeanor, for allegedly trying to hit their ex-girlfriend with a vehicle and subsequently running from the police. 

Tarrant County Assault Criminal Defense Attorney Ian Routledge investigated the alleged offense and found substantial mitigating evidence. Attorney Ian Routledge was able to negotiate a reduction to a misdemeanor and a dismissal of the original charges. 

Client maintained their eligibility to have this matter sealed from their criminal record

Court: Tarrant County 396th District Court (D396)

Client was accused of assaulting a security officer after becoming intoxicated at Texas Live during a Dallas Cowboy football game. Assault on a Security Officer is a 3rd Degree Felony, punishable up to ten years in a prison and a fine up to $10,000. 

Tarrant County Assault Criminal Defense Attorney Ian Routledge relentlessly defended his client and was able to secure a reduction to a misdemeanor before the client was indicted on the felony charge. 

Due to Attorney Ian Routledge's hard work, the client maintained their ability to seal this incident from their record and the public. 

Court: Tarrant County Criminal Court Number 10 (CCC10)

Client was accused of driving while intoxicated, a Class B Misdemeanor punishable up to 180 days in jail, a $2,000 fine, a six month driver license suspension, and a $3,500 superfine/ driver license reinstatement fee. 

Tarrant County DWI Criminal Defense Attorney Ian Routledge aggressively fought the accusation and was able to have the State dismiss the case instead of going to trial. 

The Client maintained their expunction eligibility and will be able to have this matter removed from his background. 

Court: Johnson County 

Client was arrested after a family member accused her of assault in retaliation for removing the family member from the home because they were intoxicated. The family member secured an emergency protective order, which prevented the client from returning to her own home. Client also worked from home and was in jeopardy of loosing her employment. 

Johnson County Assault Criminal Defense Attorney Ian Routledge quickly secured and won a hearing before the Court, removing the emergency protective order, which allowed the client to return to her home. Thereafter, Attorney Ian Routledge was able to have the charges rejected by the Johnson County Attorney's Office and not be pursued.

The client maintained their expunction eligibility and will be able to have this matter removed from her background.

Court: Tarrant County Criminal Court Number 5

Local Tarrant County Business Owner charged with Assault - Bodily Injury on a Family Member, a Class A Misdemeanor punishable up to one year in the county jail and a fine up to $4,000, after having an argument with his wife. If found guilty, the client would also lose their right to possess firearms.

Tarrant County Assault Criminal Defense Attorney Ian Routledge fought relentlessly to have the case dismissed. Attorney Ian Routledge found evidence that directly contradicted the alleged victim's statement and was able to successfully secure a conditional dismissal.

Since the charge was dismissed, the client is expunction eligible - meaning they can have this incident removed from their criminal history.