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How Did The Supreme Court Miranda Ruling Impact Citizens’ Rights?
If you watch TV and films, you probably know the Miranda warning: You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can be held against you in a court of law. Countless films and TV shows reference Miranda rights, but what does it mean after the Supreme Court made its Miranda ruling in… Read More »
Why Probation Can Sometimes Be A Bad Idea
Probation can be an attractive option over to going to jail for certain charges, but there are several things to consider before agreeing to this condition. Learn more about probation in Texas below, then, if you have questions about probation or a recent case, our Galveston County criminal defense lawyer at Mark Diaz &… Read More »
What To Know About Fentanyl As Galveston County Overdose Deaths Soar
Fentanyl overdoses are plaguing the country, and this nationwide problem has also become a local problem here in Galveston County. Learn about the area’s many fentanyl problems in this article, and talk to our Galveston County drug crime attorneys if you have been charged with a drug crime. Galveston County #2 Nationally For Drug… Read More »
What Happens When A DWI Becomes Vehicular Homicide?
You were driving drunk in Harris County and caused the death of another person. Depending on the circumstances, you could face one of these charges in Texas: criminally negligent homicide, manslaughter, or intoxication manslaughter. Learn more about these charges, and speak to our Harris County homicide attorneys if you need a case review today…. Read More »
Reasons You Should Never Lie To Your Lawyer
Some may think that it is evident that you should never lie to your attorney about your criminal case. But some defendants still do not tell their attorneys the entire truth. This is never a good idea. Learn below why lying to your lawyer is a bad idea, and if you have been charged… Read More »
Serious Crimes That Can Result In Deportation
All US immigrants, including people with green cards, may face deportation if they violate specific US laws. The most common reason someone may face deportation is if evidence is discovered that they were convicted of a serious crime, including an aggravated felony or a ‘crime of moral turpitude’. If you are an immigrant and… Read More »
What Crimes Increase In Summer?
Crime rates tend to follow as temperatures rise in the spring and summer months in the US. Criminologists have debated for decades why this happens, but certain crimes, especially violent ones, tend to rise in the summer. Learn below about why crime rates rise in the summer. In addition, if you have been charged… Read More »
Memorial Day Weekend Galveston Crime Statistics From Mark Diaz
Memorial Day Weekend Galveston Crime Statistics It’s Tuesday, yesterday was Memorial Day. We had a lot of visitors here on the island, which led me to think about a blog that has been discussed, not only by me but by criminologists everywhere. With the theme being that crimes increase in summer. There are several… Read More »
List Of Drug Charges And Sentences In Texas
When you are charged with a drug crime in Texas, having as much information as possible is essential. Texas treats drug charges seriously and the Galveston County prosecutor will work tirelessly to convict you. One recent estimate is that about 88,650 Texans are charged with drug crimes yearly, with drug possession being the most… Read More »
Go Topless Weekend Crime Recap From Mark Diaz
Galveston County Crime During Go Topless Weekend Last weekend was Go Topless weekend here in Galveston County. As I do with most big holiday weekends, I’ll run the numbers, look at the arrests, and see what kind of activity we had. This weekend was pretty big for law enforcement. In all of Galveston County,… Read More »
