Aggressive Criminal Defense
An arrest for drug crimes in Texas could mean incarceration and financial penalties, in addition to the devastating consequences of having a criminal record. One way to avoid all of those potential penalties is to keep your case out of the Texas criminal courts. Can...
As adults, we understand the risks of alcohol and substance use and the dangers of substance abuse. There’s a fine line between social drinking and black-out drunk that your teenage child may not fully understand. It should come as no surprise that teens are just as...
If you’re dealing with depression or a similar mental health issue, it may be tempting to self-medicate. Many people do this because they're not sure what else to do or because they don't have access to proper medicine that would help the condition. They may turn to...
Too often, people die from drug overdoses because those who are using drugs with them fear that if they call 911 or seek other emergency help, they’ll be arrested. Often, the victims are young people. That’s why a number of states have passed “Good Samaritan” or...
Teenage years are sometimes synonymous with experimentation. Teens tend to find ways to push against parents and other authority figures as they figure out who they are. Some might even try drugs for a number of reasons. Perhaps they are looking for performance...
Drug addiction takes time. You don't become addicted to cigarettes the first time you smoke one, and you don't become addicted to alcohol the first time you have a drink. You build up the tolerance over time and then your body develops a dependency on the chemical....
People often have good intentions and yet make a mistake that can define the rest of their life. In some cases, this mistake could lead to drug charges that are very serious. While having good intentions can help you in some cases, as it shows that you didn't have any...
When people talk about drug crimes, one thing that often comes up is the role of addiction. Many people would like to quit using illegal drugs, but they find that they cannot do so, as they are physically or psychologically addicted to those substances. Recently, we...
Drug charges can mean jail time and lifelong career limitations after a conviction. A criminal record involving drug charges in Texas will likely have a profound impact on your life. People often plead guilty because they think that fighting the charges will result in...
Often, when someone is arrested on drug charges, they face jail time and significant fines. The idea behind these penalties is that people who are tempted to use drugs will not do so because the penalties act as a deterrent. When they choose to anyway and get...