Houston Texans: How D’Onta Foreman got his legal charges dismissed

The Houston Texans were served with some good news as their star-in-waiting running back D’Onta Foreman was dismissed for charges that stemmed from an arrest last summer just before the start of training camp.  How did it happen? Let’s delve into it.

The Houston Texans typically bring players into the fold that are character guys which certainly means that they’re not perfect but at least are good citizens in the communities that they live in.  One could certainly categorize D’Onta Foreman as one of those individuals with a near-storybook type tale of how his professional career has remained in state.

He was the star back at Texas City High, the same at the University of Texas and more than likely Lamar Miller‘s successor once it has been determined he’s ready to carry the everyday workload.  I see it being a peaceful transition of power when he does get to take those reins.

It was tough how his season ended with him sustaining a left Achilles’ injury back in Week 10 against the Arizona Cardinals.  He had sprinted out to what was the greatest moment of his young career, a 34-yard touchdown run.  It was marred with him tumbling to the end zone, grimacing in pain.  He’ll hopefully be back better than ever and as he’ll win the battle of recovery, he’s also won another battle for his livelihood in the NFL long-term.

According to the Chron’s Aaron Wilson, the marijuana and gun possession charges that he was arrested for back in July have been dismissed via a plea agreement with the Travis County prosecutor’s office in Austin.

The agreement provides that he have no legal issues for the next 90 days, pay a $500 fine and to turn in the gun that was found in his vehicle.

Because his charges were dismissed, he will face no punishment from the NFL as well.

Here’s a copy of the plea agreement for your viewing pleasure:

Foreman was arrested back July 16 on the UT-Austin campus after there were calls to the school’s police department of marijuana smoke brimming from vehicles outside of dorms on the outskirts.  Foreman was with friends in one of those vehicles but was arrested in suspicion of guilt of the unlawful possession of the marijuana and a gun.

He submitted to a drug test — to which he passed — and his friend confessed to be owner of the weed that was found.

Here’s what hotshot attorney Chip Lewis — the go-to guy to call when legal troubles arise — had to say about the ruling via Wilson:

"“Him carrying the gun is not a crime at all,” Lewis said. “You can’t have a gun on campus, but the UT campus sprawls quite wide. There’s a defense built into Texas law that trumps that, the traveling defense across county lines that we illustrated.”"

He also added this:

"“The marijuana wasn’t his. We had him tested and he was clean. The young man who did have the marijuana took responsibility. The prosecutors were very reasonable and understanding ofMore from House of HoustonAre you the 2021 FanSided Sports Fan of the Year?Houston Texans: 4 reasons Romeo Crennel is right coach right nowAstros-Twins Wild Card Series: 5 things to know as MLB postseason beginsHouston Texans: The Most Underrated Sports Drought EverHouston Texans: J.J. Watt’s early case for NFL Hall of Fameeverything. He’s a good kid.”"

That’s a crafty way to defend a client if I say so myself.  Many who undergo these charges just don’t have the luxury of beating such a crime even if they exclaim their innocence.  But it certainly was his top-notch representation that had these charges thrown out like yesterday’s garbage.

But I’m sure Foreman has learned his lesson in regard to the people he associates with as he is in the biggest spotlight of his football career with the Houston Texans and decisions will have be made wisely.   It’s good to know that he’ll be in uniform at the start of training camp and won’t be missing any games.

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Foreman rushed for 327 yards off 78 carries — 4.2 yards per carry — and two touchdowns through 10 games in 2017, his rookie season.

Go Houston Texans.