Raising a teenager comes with moments of pride, growth and sometimes unexpected challenges. When a DUI charge enters the picture, it can feel overwhelming for both parents and teens. While the situation is serious, it doesn’t need to define your child’s future. With...
In Texas, the shift from the juvenile system to the adult system often happens earlier than you might expect. If you or a family member faces charges at age 17, it helps to understand how the state classifies age and offense. While the rules can feel complex, a clear...
If you get pulled over by the police under suspicion of impaired driving, they may ask you to take various tests. These can include roadside field sobriety tests or a breath test. Generally speaking, you can refuse to take field sobriety tests. They are not...
While a text message, social media post or offhand comment at school may not seem serious, it could lead to serious legal consequences for your child. When this happens, being familiar with the juvenile justice process can help you understand your defense options and...
Illegal drug use is one of the most common reasons that teenagers face arrest. Simple drug possession charges are often leveled against high school students or college students. By a significant margin, alcohol is the most common substance that teenagers are going to...
Domestic violence, also known as family violence, is a serious social issue. It affects people of all cultures and economic statuses. Efforts to combat domestic and family violence sometimes result in inappropriate charges brought against individuals due to...
In many cases, police officers who are conducting a criminal investigation may want to look for evidence on a person’s cellphone. For instance, maybe a person has been accused of purchasing or selling illegal drugs. The police believe that there could be valuable...
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) offenses are among the most serious traffic crimes that occur in Texas. Drivers face criminal charges instead of a simple traffic citation, but they may not realize exactly how serious those charges could be. Much of the time, people...
The state of Texas is known for their strict drug laws. Aside from local law enforcers, university police are also taking a zero-tolerance approach for any college student who is caught possessing or selling drugs. However, experiencing an arrest does not...
Burglary is a more serious criminal allegation than simple theft or shoplifting. Burglary involves the increased risk of interpersonal violence due to an individual forcing entry into a business or living space. Many cases of burglary involved thefts or attempted...