Everyone who is arrested and then charged with a crime has the right to an assumption of innocence. People in the United States are presumably innocent until they plead guilty or get convicted of a criminal offense in a court of law. Despite that presumption of...
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Uncertainty still exists around law enforcement access to phones
The case of a former CIA officer who at one point pled guilty to drugging and sexually assaulting multiple women exemplifies how uncertain the law still is when it comes to law enforcement officers accessing cellphone data when a phone requires a password, fingerprint...
3 ways people fight back against Texas assault charges
Assault charges can lead to incarceration and may also put someone at enhanced risk of a personal injury lawsuit. Those accused of harming or intimidating another person in Texas could face criminal charges, the severity of which will depend on what led to their...
Caught in the web: What amounts to conspiracy to commit a crime?
The term conspiracy often conjures images of secret meetings and intricate plans. What exactly constitutes a conspiracy to commit a crime? Here is what you need to know. You can face conspiracy charges if you agree with one or more individuals to commit a crime and...
Did a substance use disorder cause your teen to steal?
Drug addiction can be a devastating condition that not only impacts the addict but can also have severe consequences for their loved ones and their community. For some teens struggling with addiction, the compulsion to use drugs can lead to criminal behavior, such as...
Should you consider a plea deal?
Imagine for a moment that you're in a situation you never thought you'd find yourself in. You've been accused of a crime and are facing charges. There are a few options that you have for addressing the charges against you. One of these is the a bargain, which is used...
Texas DWI arrests with a minor in the vehicle are serious
It is important to treat impaired driving charges seriously, regardless of whether someone has never before been cited for wrongdoing or they’re grappling with a repeat offense. First-time offenders who are convicted may be saddled with the burden of a criminal record...
3 types of behaviors that can lead to assault charges in Texas
Assault offenses in Texas are among the most commonly-committed violent crimes in the Lone Star State. People who have otherwise maintained positive reputations and avoided legal issues may find themselves facing allegations of assault for a situation in which they...
Aggravating and mitigating factors in a Texas DUI charge
No two cases are ever the same. There will always be differentiating factors that the court will be asked to take into account when it’s making a finding of guilt or innocence and in the former, determining the appropriate sentence. The prosecutor will be asking the...
I’ve been falsely accused of burglary. What should I do?
A burglary has been committed in your neighborhood. And the police believe you did it. But you were out of town on the evening the alleged burglary happened. It definitely cannot be you. So what can you do? Practically speaking, being indicted for a crime is a big...