The police may pull over a vehicle if there is reasonable suspicion that a driver is drunk. For example, the police may have seen a driver swerving between lanes, running lights or driving aggressively. During a traffic stop, the police will attempt to gather evidence...
Reasonable suspicion and probable cause are two concepts that come into the picture during drunk driving traffic stops. While they may sound similar or interchangeable, these concepts are vastly different. In the simplest terms, reasonable suspicion is a standard that...
It is common for people, young and old, who suffer from addiction to deny they have a problem and refuse treatment. Sometimes, this can go on for years, leaving family members feeling hopeless and disheartened. In these cases, there are some things you can do. In...
Having a child is the most rewarding experience for parents. That being said, it doesn’t come without challenges, particularly when children reach their teenage years. This is also a difficult period for the child. There’s a lot of pressure on kids to succeed in...
Substance abuse often has a causative relationship with criminal prosecution in Texas. Police officers can arrest anyone who possesses banned drugs like methamphetamine or Molly, and they can also arrest anyone who seems to have abused controlled prescription...
All too often, teenagers break the law due to peer pressure. This is often why parents are very surprised when they get a call from the police. They never assumed their child would do anything like this, and it seems very out of character for them. Peer pressure can...
You've probably heard the terms theft, burglary and robbery used interchangeably in conversations. However, these three types of crimes are quite different and carry different penalties. Knowing what differentiates these offenses is essential if facing charges. 1....
A burglary has been committed – and you are being accused based on eyewitness identification. You know you were out of town when the alleged crime happened, but how do you convince the court that the eyewitness is wrong? Being accused of a crime can be distressing, to...
Prescription medications are made available after someone has a recommendation from their physician. They typically need to go to a pharmacy to pick up their medication, and they may have some degree of personal financial obligation to cover certain costs beyond what...
Texas has strict laws concerning drug possession. One substance that is treated seriously under the law is peyote. Peyote is a controlled substance that is addressed under the Texas Controlled Substances Act (TCSA). It is considered to have a potential for abuse and...