In Texas, the law cracks down hard on property crimes. If you face charges of any property crime, consequences for conviction are often dire. Burglary crimes fall under this category. If you are facing a burglary charge, it is important to know the penalties you may...
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When may an assault upgrade to an aggravated assault charge?
In Texas, assault generally refers to any physical action made toward another individual that causes an injury. Under certain circumstances, a push or touch may lead to allegations of assault if an individual believes that you intended to cause bodily harm. If you get...
How is complicity different than conspiracy?
After an arrest, you may wonder what exactly what facing complicity or conspiracy charges means. Learning about the elements of these terms can help you get a clearer understanding of both crimes. Definitions According to the Penal Code of Texas, complicity means...
Arrest made in 13-year-old Universal City homicide
Whenever a violent crime occurs in Plano, law enforcement authorities may feel pressure to bring the matter to a swift resolution. That pressure comes not simply from a desire to help a victim's family feel a sense of closure, but also from an implied need to help the...
Types of theft charges in Texas
Texas law defines theft as illegally depriving someone of his or her property. The charges and penalties for theft vary based on the value of the stolen item. If you face theft charges in Texas, familiarize yourself with the possible consequences of a conviction. ...
Breach of contract claim results in arrest of two in Winnsboro
When business representatives and professionals in Plano come under scrutiny for deceptive practices. it may be easy for many people to simply accept the charges against them without any additional scrutiny. This is likely due to the opinion companies only care about...
Valid theft defenses in Texas
If you are facing theft charges, you may think that the case is pretty cut-and-dry. However, many legal defenses can help your case, even if you did take something belonging to someone else. For example, you may have taken an item by mistake, thinking it was yours....
When writing a check becomes a crime
Many people struggle with managing their finances. Some may find themselves coming close to overdrawing their banking accounts, while others may spend more than they have. When people write bad checks, however, they may face charges for theft. What is a bad check? The...
Out of jail on bond: Can soft drug use send me back before trial?
Whew! You are finally out of jail on pretrial release, commonly known as "bond." You might be thinking you could use a drink or a joint after dealing with all of your recent legal stresses, but not so fast. Even though a criminal offense charge can be extremely...
Will Texas courts expunge a criminal record?
Anyone with a criminal record knows how difficult past indiscretions can make everyday life. A criminal record can have devastating consequences for young people, especially. Hiring managers, loan officers and landlords alike regularly refuse to work with people with...
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