Suppose you have been found with drugs; it’s crucial to find out if you’re being charged with possession or intent to distribute. This knowledge can help you know if you’re facing a misdemeanor charge or a serious felony. Even if you’re not facing drug charges,...
Criminal Defense
What happens if you get a DWI as a commercial driver?
It’s important for all drivers in Texas to understand what the ramifications may be if they are arrested on DWI charges. But this is especially important for those who have a CDL and qualify as commercial drivers. They need to be able to drive for their career, so a...
When is an overdose death treated like murder?
Drug addiction is a disease – and addicts are compulsive. When drugs are involved, mistakes happen. As such, overdoses have long been regarded as tragedies rather than crimes. That’s been slowly changing. Around the nation, prosecutors have gotten creative in their...
2022 crime statistics to know in Texas
One way to know if your taxes in Texas are actually working as the government says they are is to look at the efficiency of services that are providing basic necessities to the general public. One good indicator is security. Here's what a recent FBI report found....
Manslaughter charges and penalties in Texas
People who unintentionally kill others are often charged with manslaughter rather than murder because they do not act with malice aforethought. In many states, offenders can be charged with either voluntary or involuntary manslaughter depending on the nature of their...
Is boating while intoxicated illegal?
Boating is one of the more popular forms of recreation in Texas, both in the Gulf of Mexico and in any of the many lakes in the state. And in many cases, boating is associated with partying and drinking. It's important to know that boating while intoxicated is treated...
Obtaining parental rights with a criminal record
A Texas judge must consider several factors when deciding if a parent should have custody or visitation rights to a child. One of these factors is the presence of a criminal record. While it won't necessarily disqualify you from having a relationship with your kids,...
Racketeering in Texas
During the massive economic boom in the U.S. in the early 1970s, many avenues presented themselves for organized crime to exploit the burgeoning businesses. In response, lawmakers approved the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) in 1970 to combat...
Racial profiling and probable cause
Drunk driving presents dangers everywhere vehicles are present. A drunk driver could hit another vehicle on a public road, and accidents may happen in parking lots and driveways. Pedestrians and bicyclists might become victims of drunk drivers in Texas. One way to...
Four types of BPD
Borderline personality disorder, or BPD, is commonly characterized as a mental disorder associated with unstable moods, behavior and relationships. The symptoms associated with BPD include severe mood swings of anxiety or anger and impulsive behavior making it harder...