Marijuana law has been in a state of flux nationwide, which asks states, policymakers and everyday residents to confront their previous thoughts on the drug. Where some communities pursue full legalization, others remain firm on their position to keep things illegal...
When The Cops Are Talking To You,
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3 things you cannot do when out on bond
If there is cause to believe you have committed a criminal offense, you are likely to find yourself sitting in jail. Fortunately, in most cases, judges in Texas allow criminal defendants to leave jail after paying a bond. A bond is simply something you give up in...
Will drug crimes compromise your college success?
Involvement with drugs can have many repercussions that impact your personal, professional and educational goals. When attending a college institution, drug crimes could disrupt your studies. When you understand the correlation between drug use and its consequences,...
What makes assault a second-degree felony?
When you face assault charges, the prosecutor can apply various degrees. In some cases, you may only face a misdemeanor, but usually assault is a felony. According to the Texas Constitution and Statutes, there are some specific conditions that could elevate your...
What does it mean to deprive someone of property?
To commit theft in Texas, you need to deprive someone else of their legal property. It is an essential component of the law that the prosecutor must prove to get a guilty verdict. The Texas Constitution and Statutes explain deprive has a few different definitions that...
Buying items with false ID may lead to felony charges in Texas
Texas prosecutors may file felony charges for using false identification to obtain goods. The Texas Penal Code's website notes that individuals may face state felony charges or first, second or third-degree felony charges for using the fraudulent identification...
When Is It Domestic Violence and When Are You Protecting Yourself?
It is a scenario you can easily imagine: a family argument over a particularly contentious topic grows heated. In the midst of the conflict, as things get louder they also become physical. The police arrive to calm matters. The question arises, did you commit domestic...
What is a drug court?
The criminal justice system in the US has long had issues with too many drug-related cases. The prison system also has struggled with having too many prisoners in for drug-related convictions. Because drugs are such a prevalent issue, many states have special drug...
How much does a Texas DWI raise your auto insurance rates?
When a Texas law enforcement official stops you and believes you might be driving under the influence, he or she may ask you to submit to a breath test to see if you are, in fact, intoxicated. If your breath test suggests you are under the influence, you may face a...
Changes to soft drug laws in Texas: 3 Things to know
Although many places across the United States have fully legalized soft drugs like cannabis, Texas is not one of them. While the state has undoubtedly made some progress in eliminating harsh drug laws in recent years, it still lags behind many others. With that said,...
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