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If a juvenile in Texas commits a serious criminal offense, they could go to prison for up to 30 years. However, determinate sentencing might give them the chance to leave prison before their 18th birthday. What is determinate sentencing? Juvenile drug cases can lead...
All states have enhanced penalties for driving under the influence, but Texas has gone beyond the standard recommendations. Penalties for an impaired driving conviction are indeed very harsh, and it is not necessary for alcohol to be present in the system for a...
When a Texas juvenile becomes involved in a criminal case, there are specific rules in place that protect the juvenile while they're going through the criminal court process. A juvenile is someone at least 10 years of age and under the age of 17. In Texas, once a...
Burglary is a centuries-old crime that used to require proving a defendant broke and entered into the dwelling place of another at night with the intent to commit a felony inside. Texas and other jurisdictions have modified the traditional definition of burglary to...
Over the years, the state of Texas has had several campaigns aimed at teaching people about the dangers of drunk driving. Unfortunately, it seems that many people didn't get the message. A recent study revealed that up to 20% of Texans don't realize that a DUI charge...
If a minor faces a criminal charge, Texas authorities must generally wait until an adult is present before questioning that individual. However, there are scenarios in which authorities can question a minor without a parent or guardian present. Let's take a look at...
Many homeowners in Texas take strategic steps to protect their properties. If your actions while performing a simple errand ever lead to a burglary charge, a general understanding of the law could give you an edge. For example, you'll want to understand whether it...
Some attorneys in Texas have managed to successfully argue the insanity plea for their clients. However, that doesn't mean that their clients were released with no disciplinary measures. When an individual is found not guilty by reason of insanity, they're typically...
Although it's less common than drunk driving in Texas or across the country, drugged driving is a very real crime that police officers deal with. Similar to drunk driving, the person driving their vehicle is under the influence of a substance that changes their state...
In the state of Texas, you don't need to be impaired behind the wheel of a car to get hit with a DUI or alcohol-related charge. You could be pulled over for boating under the influence or driving with an open container of alcohol, even if you're not drinking from it....