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How to Prove Innocence in a Domestic Violence Case in Texas
Domestic Violence Charges In Texas You certainly want to know how to beat domestic violence charges if you were recently arrested. But the first thing to keep in mind is that you do NOT need to prove innocence in any Texas criminal case. One of the basic tenets of the US Constitution, and the… Read More »
Sealing DWI Conviction Records in Texas: What You Need to Know
Many people ask us about sealing DWI conviction records in Texas. A criminal record can cause an individual a lot of problems. It could make it more challenging to pass a background check, get a job, or even get approved for a home loan or apartment. In the old days, a DWI conviction in… Read More »
Can A Drug Overdose Be Prosecuted As Homicide?
To fight the rising number of drug overdoses to fentanyl and other illegal drugs, many states have passed drug-induced homicide laws so drug dealers can be charged with murder in drug overdose fatalities. Texas does not have such a law yet, but things could change soon. Read more about prosecuting drug overdose deaths as… Read More »
How You Can Be Charged For Drugs Not In Your Physical Possession?
If law enforcement conducts a legal search and finds drugs, you can be charged with possessing a controlled substance. But many people do not realize you still can be convicted of drug possession even if the drugs are not on you. This is known as ‘constructive possession’ of narcotics. Learn about constructive possession of… Read More »
Why Violating Probation is Always a Bad Idea
Poor judgment, simple misunderstandings, and minor mistakes can often lead to your arrest on criminal charges in Texas. Once a criminal case has been resolved by putting you on probation, these same factors can put you in an even worse situation. The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure uses the term “community supervision” to refer… Read More »
How An Assault Conviction Can Affect Your Life
Nobody wants a criminal charge on their record. In fact, even a single conviction can turn a person’s life upside down and cause rippling effects that last well beyond any formal sentence. Even so, many people still fail to appreciate these consequences when facing criminal charges. Maybe it’s because you’ve never been in trouble… Read More »
Understanding the Conditions of Bail/Bond
Bail/bond is money a defendant must pay to get released from custody while their case is still making its way through the criminal justice system. Though the terms both have the same effect, they technically mean different things and are often confused or used interchangeably. “Bail” is the amount of money the defendant must… Read More »
What Changes Drug Charge From Drug Possession To Trafficking?
Whether you are arrested for drug possession or drug trafficking, it is a stressful and frightening experience. However, drug trafficking charges carry much more severe penalties, so it is essential to know the differences between these drug charges. Learn about drug possession vs drug trafficking below and talk to a drug possession defense attorney… Read More »
How to Get a Drug Paraphernalia Charge Dropped in Texas
Drug Paraphernalia Charges In Texas It is obvious that someone will face criminal charges for certain activities in connection with controlled substances, but you might be surprised to learn how Texas drug laws apply to the tools people use to engage in illegal misconduct. The Texas Controlled Substances Act criminalizes the possession or delivery… Read More »
What Are the Ramifications of the Texas Three Strike Law?
In every U.S. state and under the federal criminal justice system, a person arrested on criminal charges will generally face harsher punishment when he or she has served a prison term for a priors felony conviction on record. The theory behind the increased penalties is that the individual did not benefit from sentencing related… Read More »
