Aggressive Criminal
Defense
A single poor decision at a party, a moment of peer pressure or simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time can result in a Minor in Possession (MIP) charge that threatens to close doors before your child has even had a chance to reach them. The good news? These...
Technically speaking, the average age at which someone has their first drink should be 21. This is because it is generally illegal for people to drink under 21 in the United States. However, studies have found that roughly 75% of Americans will have alcohol for the...
When a minor is charged with a drug offense in Texas, they may not always go through the formal court process. In some cases, they may be offered a diversion program. These programs focus on rehabilitation instead of punishment. As a parent, you may be interested in...
It can be difficult to contemplate the reality that your child may face probation, juvenile detention, community service or placement in a rehabilitation program. Thus, if your child is accused of a criminal offense, you need to determine how you can protect them....
A significant number of those charged with criminal offenses in the U.S. are teens. While teens do commit criminal offenses, they also face damaging stereotypes that impact how they are treated by the criminal justice system. To ensure fair treatment, it’s important...
Underage drinking and driving is a serious issue that can have life-altering consequences for teens and their families. While you may want to trust your teen, the reality is that they often face peer pressure and can make poor decisions regarding alcohol and driving....
If you've ever witnessed a teenager in an adult courtroom, you know it raises profound questions about justice and rehabilitation in our legal system. The decision to try juveniles as adults in Texas can cast a shadow over your teen's future that extends far beyond...
It’s one of the worst calls parents can get, save for those alerting them that their children have been hurt or killed. A child calls their parents from jail after an arrest. What are parents supposed to do? As parents, your first job is to protect your children, and...
Terroristic threats once originated exclusively from either organized groups of individuals intent on causing mayhem or those with significant grievances toward a business or high-profile individual. However, the internet has made it easier than ever before for people...
A minor can be tried as an adult under certain circumstances in Texas. For context, a minor is (in the broadest sense) an individual in their teens who has not yet reached the age of 18. Whether or not they can be tried as an adult depends on various factors, like...