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In Texas, most types of THC are illegal. Marijuana certainly has not been legalized for recreational use. It’s a violation of state law for someone to possess marijuana products, grow plants themselves or purchase or sell marijuana. However, in nearby New Mexico and...
There are many ways that people end up with criminal convictions on their records. Some people break the law, get caught and then take responsibility. They hope to make amends for their mistakes by serving their sentence and becoming a hard-working, contributing...
To many people, burglary is synonymous with theft. People often envision cat burglars as popularized in Hollywood films and television shows. However, burglary is often far more banal than it is glamorous. Burglary charges usually don't result from people using...
Probation, also called community supervision in Texas, allows individuals to avoid prison by following court-ordered rules. Generally, probation takes two forms. Charges may be dismissed upon the successful completion of deferred adjudication. Alternatively, straight...
People generally understand that they may face criminal charges if they get caught while in possession of controlled or prohibited drugs. The exact charges the state pursues and the penalties that the courts might impose depend on the type of drug, the amount of drugs...
Police officers use a variety of methods to determine if a driver is impaired. One of the things they may opt to use is a field sobriety test. There are many different versions of these tests, but they aren’t all created equally. There are three specific tests that...
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....
Individuals accused of drug offenses in Texas are often very anxious about their future. They may also feel quite anxious and embarrassed about their pending charges. It is relatively common for those accused of drug possession to plead guilty. They hope to speed up...
If your teen is facing drug charges in Texas, you’re likely feeling a mix of worry and uncertainty about their future. While the potential legal consequences of these charges are unquestionably important to address, the underlying issue -- your child’s potential...
Police searches are part of the process in many arrests. Unfortunately, some of those searches do not fully comply with the legal requirements. They infringe on the person’s Fourth Amendment rights. While an illegal search could make it more likely you are arrested,...