Category Archives: General
5 Facts about Cocaine
Cocaine is a common recreational drug, but many people are unaware of its long and sometimes shocking history, below are 5 facts about cocaine you may not know. Although most people know cocaine is an illegal substance that is incredibly addictive and destructive, there are many facts about cocaine likely to surprise you. Here… Read More »
What Should I Do If The Police Call Me?
If the police call you there are important things you need to know to protect your rights. Getting a phone call from a police officer or detective can be a frightening experience. If you have been contacted by law enforcement authorities informing you that you are under investigation, it is important to contact a… Read More »
Forgery Is a Serious Crime
If you have been charged with a counterfeiting crime or forgery in Texas, it’s important to contact an experienced Texas criminal defense attorney right away. Forgery encompasses a wide variety of offenses and is generally defined as altering or signing a document for purposes of committing fraud or harming another individual.
4 Traffic Ticket Mistakes
A traffic ticket can quickly turn a good day into a rotten one if you make any of the traffic tick mistakes we discuss here. Most people have an opinion about how to handle a traffic stop or a police encounter. Unfortunately, there is a lot of inaccurate information online regarding your rights and… Read More »
Three Steps to Take If You’ve Been Charged With Domestic Violence in Texas
Being arrested and charged with domestic violence in Texas can be a traumatic experience. In Texas, domestic violence is part of a criminal charge referred to as “family violence.” Under the Texas criminal code, family violence is an assault against a member of the accused’s household. This can be a spouse, child, or other… Read More »
Knock, Knock: What to Do if Police Show Up With a Search Warrant
There’s a loud knock on your front door, your dog starts barking, and you hear a stern voice outside proclaim: “This is the police. We have a search warrant for the premises.” At that moment, what should you do? Should you open the door? Invite the police in? Refuse them entry? Here are some… Read More »
Part of Federal Repeat Offender Law Struck Down by Supreme Court
While most of the attention on the U.S. Supreme Court’s recently concluded term has been about its decisions involving the Affordable Care Act and marriage equality, there was a flurry of other rulings issued as well. One such case involved a federal law that provides for enhanced sentencing for repeat offenders.
The Trouble(s) With Breathalyzers: New Law, Old Problems
Starting in September, Texas judges will have the authority to require first-time drunk drivers in Texas to install an ignition interlock device in lieu of a license suspension, pursuant to a bill just signed by Gov. Greg Abbott.
You May Wait a Long Time for Your “Speedy Trial”
It is a sad fact of our criminal justice system that the wheels of justice often turn very slowly. If you’ve been charged with a crime and you desperately want to clear your name and move forward with your life, every day, week, and month that goes by before your trial can seem like… Read More »
Texas Test Time: What to Expect from Field Sobriety Tests if You’re Pulled Over
If you’ve been pulled over for suspicion of drunk driving, you will likely be asked to take some tests. At some point, you may be asked to provide breath, blood, or urine samples. But first, you will be asked to participate in the standardized field sobriety tests. These tests are intended to test a… Read More »
