Individuals can be charged with assault for behavior ranging from threatening to harm another person to launching a physical attack with a dangerous weapon. Assault and battery are two distinct crimes in most states, but Texas law classifies both verbal threats and...
Law enforcement officers in Texas are always looking for any advantage they can find in solving crimes. And in the modern world, the use of artificial intelligence is often hailed as infallible. The truth is that this is flawed thinking regardless of how much the...
A driver should expect to face arrest when a breath test displays a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08. The test will serve as evidence in a Texas court, but the results are potentially refutable. False positives and inaccurate breath results happen. If it turns out...
Throughout life, many people struggle with substance abuse-related issues. Considering that, you might be currently facing drug charges in Texas. Many courts are now realizing that locking up people for drug-related offenses isn't solving any problems. Instead, many...
Anyone who is arrested and faces criminal charges in Texas must consider how to effectively address these allegations. A conviction can have a negative aftermath regardless of a person’s age and situation, but it is especially worrisome for a juvenile. If the case is...
When it comes to Texas traffic stops, what the officer believed before the stop is important if the case goes to court. The officer needs enough of a feeling to legally stop the suspect and conduct their inquiry. This could either be reasonable suspicion or probable...
An arrest typically leads to an arraignment where the suspect hears the charges. A defendant might realize entering someone else's property led to the arrest, but he or she could feel surprised to face burglary charges. Burglary often represents a "connected" charge...
In Texas, several situations can enhance a DUI conviction and cause the defendant to face additional penalties. When aggravating factors are present, a DUI can become a Class A misdemeanor or a felony offense depending on the circumstances and the defendant's criminal...
For Texas parents, finding out that their child or teenager has been charged with a crime can seem like their worst nightmare come to life. Disbelief, humiliation, and guilt are all emotions that parents experience. As they try to process their feelings, it’s...
According to Texas law, synthetic marijuana is considered illegal and harmful. In recent years, this form of marijuana has featured in the list of the most common drug cases among adults. This is because most people think it is a safer alternative to natural...