Juvenile court is different from adult criminal court. The goals, proceedings and even language are distinctive. For example, proceedings for minors are usually termed hearings, not trials. The crimes they are accused of are called delinquent acts in that setting....
Month: April 2021
Should you talk to the police?
When police approach you, it can be hard to know how to respond. The police may ask general questions about the day, or they might ask questions to try and build the case against you for an arrest. In Texas, you don't have to talk to the police. Is it a good idea to...
Who is eligible to receive spousal maintenance?
There are many married couples in Beaumont, Texas and each of these married couples have a unique life based on the circumstances of their family dynamics. The dynamics are based on a number of factors, such as the personalities of the couple, how they divide...
Are field sobriety tests mandatory?
Throughout the year 2019, Texas saw a total of 24,617 DWI-related crashes. When an officer suspects that a driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they will instruct the driver to do a field sobriety test. These tests are a tool that officers use to help...
What drug offenses can get you life in prison in Texas?
There are a few common drug offenses that are considered to be serious enough that they often lead to life sentences in Texas. You can get a life sentence of up to 99 years if you possess 200 to 400 grams of cocaine, which can also be accompanied by a fine of up to...
Modifying a child support order in Texas
When parents have a child support order in place, sometimes there are circumstances that require the order to be changed. This is called a child support modification. In Texas, a child support order may be modified if the order was established or last modified more...