Former Houston Lawyer Arrested Over Nevada Casino Gambling Debt
Background of the Arrest
A former lawyer from the Houston area was taken into custody in Texas due to an outstanding casino gambling debt warrant issued in Nevada. The man, identified by the initials D.L.P., was arrested by the Bayou Vista Police Department on January 12, 2026. This arrest was related to a debt warrant originating from Clark County, Nevada.
Details About the Gambling Debt
D.L.P. is accused of accumulating significant gambling debt at a Las Vegas casino, with the exact casino property remaining undisclosed. The total amount owed to the upscale resort and casino is reported to be $100,000. After his arrest, he was released from the Galveston County Jail on January 14 and has since agreed to collaborate with Clark County authorities by making regular payments to settle the debt.
Legal Agreements and Previous Controversies
Clark County prosecutors have agreed to drop all charges against D.L.P. on the condition that he continues to make consistent payments and fulfills his debt obligations. This incident is not the first controversy involving the former lawyer. Previously, he made headlines for allegedly embezzling money from clients before disappearing. Multiple complaints have been filed by at least five individuals claiming that D.L.P. absconded with their funds. Eventually, the Texas Supreme Court accepted his resignation and banned him from practicing law in Texas.
Challenges Against Legal Sanctions and Bankruptcy Proceedings
D.L.P. has maintained that his disbarment was unfair and the result of conspiracies rather than objective judgment. He expressed that if he had the financial means, he would have contested the decision but was forced to accept it. In May 2025, he filed for bankruptcy, as reported by local media, which cited documents showing he owed money to both individuals and banks, including his alleged victims.
Bankruptcy Dispute and Court Rulings
However, his bankruptcy filing was challenged by plaintiffs who argued it was made in bad faith, intended to avoid foreclosure on a property he owned rather than due to legitimate financial hardship. The court ultimately ruled in favor of the plaintiffs, blocking the bankruptcy application.
