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How to Prove Innocence in a Domestic Violence Case in Texas
Domestic Violence Charges In Texas You certainly want to know how to beat domestic violence charges if you were recently arrested. But the first thing to keep in mind is that you do NOT need to prove innocence in any Texas criminal case. One of the basic tenets of the US Constitution, and the… Read More »
How Texas Classifies Domestic Violence And Family Violence
Domestic violence and family violence deal with illegal physical abuse. However, there are several ways this abuse occurs under Texas law. If you have been charged with domestic violence, it is essential to understand how the state prosecutes this serious crime. If you have not hired an attorney, the Chambers County domestic violence lawyers… Read More »
How to Get Charges Dropped for Domestic Violence in Texas
If you were recently arrested for domestic violence in Texas, one of the first questions you may have is, “How do I beat these charges?” In some cases, an arrest may be due to heightened emotions that carry over into poor judgment and physical acts of aggression. However, it is also common for domestic… Read More »
Galveston Defense Attorney On Domestic Violence Charges and Punishments
Collateral Consequences Of Domestic Violence Convictions I looked at popular search terms that lead people to my website, and a very high-ranking search searched in differing ways, deals with domestic violence, family assault charges, etc… so I thought I would do a quick video talking about the collateral consequences of a conviction for domestic… Read More »
How A Domestic Violence Conviction Can Impact Your Life
If you face a domestic violence charge, you should know what can happen if you are convicted. In addition to jail time and fines, many other consequences could linger for years. Learn more below, then speak to our Galveston County domestic violence lawyers at Mark Diaz & Associates for the best criminal defense. Penalties… Read More »
How a Family Violence Conviction in Texas Can Impact Your Life
Texas criminal laws include special provisions for family violence, viewing assault, threats, and other attacks as being more serious when they involve individuals living in a domestic arrangement. Unlawful acts can lead to misdemeanor charges, but you could be arrested for a felony under certain circumstances. A conviction in any family violence case may… Read More »
What are the Chances of Getting Domestic Violence Charges Dropped in Texas?
Frustration, confusion, uncertainty, and helplessness are just a few of the emotions that could hit you hard when arrested for domestic violence in Texas. You are probably aware that the state treats these cases very seriously, imposing harsh imprisonment terms, fines, and other consequences for a conviction. Still, domestic violence is not a separate… Read More »
What Percentage Of Domestic Violence Cases Get Dismissed?
When you know that Texas laws take domestic violence, or “family violence” as it is referred to in Texas very seriously, you probably expect that the percentage of cases that get dismissed will be pretty low. After all, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) arrests almost 225,000 offenders for family violence, which refers… Read More »
Galveston Criminal Defense Attorney Discusses Domestic Violence Increase And COVID
An Update On Criminal Law And Domestic Violence Increases During The COVID Pandemic I wanted to talk about some new things that have started coming up. I think I’ve talked about it before, but during the initial COVID shutdown, we saw an increase in domestic violence cases. It’s pretty clear that it was because… Read More »
Galveston Criminal Attorney Discusses Texas Domestic Violence Charges
How Can I Prove My Innocence On A Domestic Violence Charge? When you’re accused of a crime, you have nothing to prove as an accused. The state has the burden of proof in all criminal cases, it’s the state’s obligation to present evidence that a jury would use to enter a finding of guilt…. Read More »
