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What Federal Charges Are People That Stormed The United States Capitol Facing?
Many That Stormed The Capitol Are Facing Federal Charges On Jan. 6, 2021, a mob stormed the United States Capitol building in an attempt to prevent the certification of the 2020 presidential election. At least 5 people died during the attack, including a police officer, and more than 140 other officers were injured. There… Read More »
What You Need To Know About Drug Manufacturing Laws In Texas
What Are Drug Manufacturing Laws In Texas? It is one thing to get arrested for possessing a couple of marijuana joints. But it is quite another to be charged with a drug manufacturing crime. Under both federal and Texas state law, you can face severe penalties if prosecutors can prove you engaged in activities… Read More »
How Common Are False Charges In Domestic Violence Cases?
False Domestic Violence Charges Are Not Uncommon Every relationship has its ups and downs. Even happy, long-term marriages include a certain amount of disagreements and fighting. But when a relationship breaks down, it can lead to more serious conflicts, including allegations of domestic violence. We all know domestic violence is a serious problem. Here… Read More »
Texas Cannabis Laws – How Harsh Are The Penalties?
What You Need To Know About Texas Cannabis Laws Cannabis laws in Texas are harsh – even though it is a popular recreational drug despite the fact that it is classified as a prohibited “controlled substance” under federal and Texas state law. In recent years, a number of states have moved to decriminalize marijuana… Read More »
Drug Possession Charges in Texas and Their Cost
In Texas, drug possession is a serious criminal offense. Texas has some of the most stringent drug laws in the entire country. If you are arrested on Galveston drug possession charges, you may be facing significant penalties, potentially including jail time. The true cost of a conviction is even higher than most people realize…. Read More »
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 is defined as an alternative to incarceration during which an offender can live in the community, in lieu of going to jail, and make… Read More »
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 of sensitive information typically contained on a person’s cell phone, naturally, it is one of the most important things to protect from an illegal… Read More »
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 include things like prison time, mandatory probation, and/or fines. The indirect consequences are often referred to as collateral consequences and oftentimes, they cannot be… Read More »
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 arrested just yet, it is imperative you take immediate action. You do not want to fall behind law enforcement or the prosecution in defending… Read More »
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 terminology as it relates to a criminal case. If you were arrested and charged with a crime, it is crucial you have the information… Read More »
