Recent Blog Posts
How Common Are Galveston Shooting Crimes?
While it might seem like an easy process to review crime reports, assess data, and crunch the numbers to determine the frequency of Galveston shooting crimes, getting an accurate picture is somewhat challenging. There are numerous factors that lead to inconsistencies, particularly what constitutes a shooting crime when looking at US statutes versus Texas… Read More »
Galveston Criminal Attorney Discusses Court Appointed VS. Retained Counsel
What is the difference between a court-appointed vs a private attorney? I recently had an email exchange with a woman who wanted to retain new counsel for her husband, which brings up a discussion about court-appointed counsel versus retained counsel. We get a lot of people who have court-appointed attorneys themselves and want to… Read More »
The Status of The Galveston Courthouse After The July 10th Fire
Galveston Courthouse Fire Every day, we get calls from clients about whether or not they have to appear. The answer is different for every court. Most of you know by now, that back on July 10th, there was a fire in the Galveston courthouse on the third floor. It’s rumored to have started from… Read More »
What Is The Difference Between Murder And Manslaughter?
Murder vs. Manslaughter The simplest way to explain that is, one deals with intentional conduct, and one is not necessarily intentional, but more likely reckless. So murder, generally speaking, is when a person intentionally or knowingly causes the death of another person. Different Types Of Murder If you intended to commit serious bodily injury… Read More »
Are DWI Charges the Same for Adults and Minors?
DWI Charges In Texas It is no secret that Texas has enacted some of the strictest drunk driving laws among all US states, which are accompanied by a robust system of penalties and administrative sanctions. Even for a first-time arrest, a violation of laws on driving while intoxicated (DWI) could lead to at least… Read More »
Galveston Defense Attorney Gives Reasons Not To Talk To The Police Without A Lawyer
It would seem to me that this should be obvious enough. You would be surprised how often I get calls from people wanting to be questioned by the police, the police trying to set up an appointment to do so. They call me and say, should I talk to them? The answer is no… Read More »
Galveston Criminal Attorney Discusses Assault and Its Consequences
Questions And Answers On Assault In Texas Misdemeanor Assault The most common type of assault that we see is a class A misdemeanor assault. Since it’s a class A misdemeanor, the range of punishment is up to a year in the county jail, and a fine not to exceed $4,000. The reason that I… Read More »
How Lighting Reduces Violent Crime
Crime rates in Texas and throughout the U.S. may fluctuate over time, but the law enforcement community is always seeking new tactics, methods, and strategies for apprehending suspects. Though many new solutions and innovations show promise, one approach to fighting crime involves technology that has been around since the 1750s and the days of… Read More »
What are the Most Common Crimes in Galveston County?
Crime Statistics Crime statistics in Texas are interesting in terms of trends, demographics, recidivism, and related factors, but you have many other reasons to review this information if you were recently arrested. One of the most important things you will want to know is how many people charged with a criminal offense are eventually… Read More »
How The New Constitutional Carry Law Could Affect Weapons Charges in Texas
Constitutional Carry The term constitutional carry is often used interchangeably with “open carry,” “permitless carry,” or “unconcealed carry,” but they all generally refer to the same concept. Individuals can legally possess a firearm in a public place, without a permit, and without the need to hide the gun on their person. Regardless of the… Read More »
