Texas has strict drug laws, and this extends to charging someone with trafficking. Under the Texas Controlled Substances Act, you can face anywhere from six months to 99 years in state prison if convicted of a drug trafficking charge. As that massive range of...
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I’ve been charged with my 3rd DWI. Now what?
Besides the possible effect on your ability to drive and your reputation, having two DWI convictions on your record puts you at serious risk. That's because if you are ever charged with DWI again, you will be facing a felony. If convicted, the judge might send you to...
The potential consequences of drunk driving
With certain pandemic-driven restrictions eliminated, enjoying a night out with friends at a local bar or restaurant represents a long-awaited and enjoyable evening out of the house. However, the fun and frivolity can turn into a nightmare of serious criminal...
Young People Who Sext Can Be Accused of Child Pornography
Modern technology has touched every part of our lives, changing the way we do everything. Even intimacy is not immune to the influence of smartphones and computers. It’s no secret that teens can become physical when they fall in love. Raging hormones and a desire for...
Is Joyriding the Same as Stealing a Car?
What Is Joyriding? “Joyriding” is a colloquial term for taking a car without permission. In Texas, the law doesn’t use the term. Instead, it is officially a crime to use a vehicle without authorization from its owner. Joyriding is not the same as grand theft auto. The...
How Do I Defend Against a Money Laundering Charge?
Criminal charges are scary. Accusations of white-collar crimes can be particularly frightening. A person could go from making financial transactions one day to being arrested the next. If you are facing money laundering allegations, read further for some quality...
Suing for a Hazing Injury
Hazing is a way of ritualistically inducting new members into an organization. In media and pop culture, it is often associated with college fraternities. It works like this: A pledge, the person seeking membership, must endure humiliating or harmful acts before...
Drug Possession Charges: Common Defenses
Criminal law is heavily centered around the idea of intent. This is true even if you are unmistakably in possession of a controlled substance. Just because you may have been found with drugs on your person does not automatically mean you intended to break the law....
“Romeo and Juliet” Laws in Texas
The eponymous Romeo and Juliet of the Shakespeare play were young, “star crossed” lovers. Despite their families and all of society being against their love, they pushed forward with their romance against all odds. “Romeo and Juliet” laws are designed to take...
Do I Need a Parole & Probation Violations Attorney?
Whether you admit to or refute charges of your probation or parole violation, you will need a lawyer present to guide you through the process to refute the opposing lawyer’s evidence or claim of your parole or probation violation. A legal representative on your side...