Consequences of Violating Probation
In Texas, probation is often referred to as “community supervision” but the consequences of violating probation can be severe. Under state law (Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 42A.001), community supervision...
Cellphone Rights – What You Should Know About Illegal Police Searches
Your cellphone rights are protected by the Constitution. Under the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, you are protected against unreasonable searches and seizures by governmental authorities. With the amount...
Collateral Consequences of Criminal Charges
A criminal conviction can have serious collateral consequences for the alleged offender, both direct and indirect. The direct consequences are generally found within the state and federal criminal codes. They...
Overview of the Criminal Defense Process in Texas
Being accused of a crime is stressful, frightening, and confusing, this is why you need to be informed on the criminal defense process in Texas. Even if you haven’t been...
Understanding Court Terminology
Understanding court terminology can keep you from making serious mistakes. Unfortunately, in some cases, people run into issues because they do not understand the meaning or implications of certain court...
Expunging a Felony in Texas: An Overview of the Process
A felony criminal record can make it difficult to get a loan, an apartment, or even a job. Even without a conviction, a past or current felony arrest has the...
Teens and Prescription Drug Possession in Texas: What Parents Need to Know
Prescription drug possession and the misuse of prescription drugs by teenagers have become a serious public safety problem. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, young adults are most...
What to Do If You are Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault in Galveston, TX
Being falsely accused of sexual misconduct is frightening, intimidating and overwhelming. If you are facing false accusations, you need to be ready to take immediate action to protect your rights,...
Drug Charges in Texas: What is Constructive Possession?
Drug possession is a serious criminal offense. Depending on the substance and the quantity, a defendant accused of drug possession could face felony charges, which carry considerable jail time. In...
Getting the Charges Against You Dropped or Dismissed
Just because you have been charged with a crime does not mean you are guaranteed to end up with a criminal record. Never assume your case is hopeless or a...