There are intentional killings and there are accidental killings. When we say “accidental,” we’re referring to the kind that do not occur out of the heat of passion. Instead, they are unintentional. Think of someone dying in a drunk driving accident or drowning in a...
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Can I Bring a Gun in My Carry-On Luggage in Texas?
It’s no secret that Texas has some of the most relaxed gun laws in the nation and Texans take their gun rights very seriously. Even still, not everyone can possess a firearm and there are laws that prohibit people from taking firearms into certain places. One such...
Capital Murder Charges in Texas
In Texas, criminal homicide is covered under Title 5, Chapter 19 of the Texas Penal Code. Under Section 19.01(a) of the Penal Code, it explains that one commits criminal homicide when he or she “intentionally, knowingly, recklessly, or with criminal negligence causes...
Criminally Negligent Homicide Texas
What is Criminal Negligence? What elements make someone criminally negligent so they can face charges under Sec. 19.05? According to the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA), “Someone is criminally negligent as to the result of his conduct if he...
Obtaining a Texas License to Carry a Handgun (LTC)
Are you interested in obtaining a Texas License to Carry a Handgun (LTC)? If so, the requirements for an LTC are covered under the Texas Government Code Chapter 411, Subchapter H. Under the Code, you must meet the following criteria: You must be at least 21...
FAQs About Domestic Violence in Texas
In Texas, domestic violence, otherwise known as “family violence” is addressed in the Texas Family Code. What counts as family violence? According to dps.texas.gov, it is defined as, “an act by a member of a family or household against another member...
4 Types of Criminal Homicide in Texas
Merriam-Webster defines homicide as, “a killing of one human being by another.” In Texas, criminal homicide is covered under Title 5, Chapter 19 of the Texas Penal Code. Under Section 19.01 of the Penal Code it states: “A person commits criminal homicide if he...
What is Aggravated Assault in Texas?
In Texas, assaultive offenses are covered under Title 5, Chapter 22 of the Texas Penal Code. This Chapter addresses assault, aggravated assault, sexual assault and aggravated sexual assault, injury to a child or elderly individual, and more. But for the purposes of...
Open Carry FAQs: Texas
If you’re like a lot of Texans, you take pride in your right to bear arms, and your right to protect yourself, your family and the community. While these rights should be preserved at all costs, it’s important to adhere to the state’s firearm laws, including those...
Texas Capital Offenses
Merriam-Webster defines capital punishment as, “punishment by death; the practice of killing people as punishment for serious crimes.” While not every state practices the death penalty (32 states enforce the death penalty), Texas is one state that does. According to...