When dealing with a DWI charge in any capacity, it is important to treat it like a serious threat from the start. However, most people spend much of their focus on the short-term ramifications like jail time or fees. The long-term ramifications can prove even more...
McKinney Criminal Defense Law Blog
What are your limitations when out on bond?
If you are facing the possibility of going to court for a criminal charge, you may be held in jail for a period of time. A judge may offer you a bond during this time, which is the exchange for your promise to attend a court date in order to leave jail. Bonds are...
What exactly is unlawful drug paraphernalia?
Drug charges can bring a host of negative impacts to your life, including the tarnishment of your reputation, time in jail, and hefty financial penalties. Even smaller allegations like possession of drug paraphernalia can lead to this same outcome, which may surprise...
Defenses against a theft charge in Texas
A theft conviction in Texas can result in penalties ranging from a fine to a jail sentence depending on the nature of the charge. The resulting criminal record can affect your ability to get a job or a home. There are options to defend yourself against a theft charge....
NTSB recommends all new cars come with breath testing technology
In the aftermath of a California accident involving a drunk driver that killed multiple children, the National Transportation Safety Board recommended that all new cars come with built-in technology for detecting impaired drivers. While advocates believe this...
Distribution of drug-using supplies remains illegal in Texas
In some parts of the country, it is common for organizations attempting to combat the spread of disease to distribute clean syringes, pipes and fentanyl testing strips. However, in Texas, this practice is illegal. What are the potential penalties for possession or...
How may a written contract defend against theft charges?
Theft is the act of illegally taking the property of another person. However, if someone has given you property to hold on to through a legal agreement, that person should not turn around and accuse you of stealing. Sometimes a legally valid contract in Texas can...
What are the penalties for DWI in Texas?
If you recently got arrested for drinking and driving, you may worry about how the potential of a DWI conviction could affect your finances, your career and your reputation. You may also have concerns about what the impending legal process will involve. You could face...
3 FAQs about bail
While awaiting trial, you may have the option to post bail for release from custody pending the trial. The amount of bail varies based on the offense and the judge’s decision. If you get to post bail, ensure you understand how it works and the repercussions of not...
What should I know about ignition interlock penalties?
Like the majority of US states, Texas has a number of penalties for persons that drive after consuming alcohol or drugs. One such penalty is the ignition interlock device. The purpose of the ignition interlock device is to physically prevent people from operating a...
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