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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 potential and almost certainly cause serious legal and personal problems. Fortunately, in Texas, there are options available to some that help either erase or… Read More »
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 susceptible to prescription drug abuse — with approximately eight percent of teenagers admitting they have used prescription drugs for non-medical purposes. If a teenager… Read More »
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, reputation and freedom. Under Texas law (Texas Penal Code § 22.011), sexual assault is usually charged as a second degree felony offense punishable by… Read More »
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 Texas, there are two basic types of possession. Actual possession occurs when law enforcement finds illegal drugs in a defendant’s direct physical possession —… Read More »
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 lost cause. Although an arrest can make you feel like there is no chance of reclaiming your life, it’s important to remember that prosecutors… Read More »
What Is The Texas Three Strikes Law?
When most people hear the term “three strikes law,” they usually think of California, which has been the subject of much controversy over the years. What you may not know is that there is a Texas three strikes law as well, which punishes offenders for repeat penalties. After a third felony, offenders in Texas… Read More »
What Is Parole?
Watch any crime or legal drama on TV, and you are likely to hear the word “parole.” Many people have a vague idea of what it means, but they aren’t quite sure of the specifics. When a person is sentenced to prison, they are given a set amount of time behind bars. In certain… Read More »
Texas Open Carry Law
You may have heard about The Texas Open Carry Law in Texas House Bill 910, which became effective on January 1, 2016. The new law makes it legal to openly carry handguns in Texas. If you plan to carry a weapon under the new law, it is very important to make sure you understand… Read More »
Simple Assault Is Not Always So Simple
When you hear the words “simple assault,” you might picture a scuffle in a bar or a quick fight involving a couple of punches. The phrase doesn’t necessarily sound like a big deal, but simple assault can describe a wide variety of actions. In reality, a simple assault case can be quite complex, with… Read More »
What Are Miranda Rights?
“You have the right to remain silent…” It’s something most people can easily recite after seeing a few crime dramas on television. But what are Miranda rights, really? Where do they come from? When are you entitled to them? The answers may surprise you.
