A drug charge is not the same thing as a conviction. The former is less serious and simply means you face allegations of crime. Despite your circumstances, the right support could make it so you can continue to pursue your goals for the future. Understanding the...
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Roadside sobriety tests may not always be accurate
Field sobriety tests are a series of three physical tests a police officer may use to assess your level of intoxication if you get pulled over. Consisting of tests involving eye movement, standing on one leg and walking in a straight line, these are usually followed...
2 Big questions to ask when you face a DWI charge
A lot of people worry more about the fees when they face driving while intoxicated charges. Indeed, you will face many high fees and penalties for these charges. However, you can also fight them. Here are some commonly asked questions to help you set yourself up to...
What should you avoid during a DWI arrest?
A DWI is a crime that can impact you financially and legally, in addition to your employment prospects and your reputation. For example, if convicted of drinking and driving, you could face jail time, loss of your driving privileges for a certain period of time and...
Could a domestic violence case affect your gun rights?
Domestic violence allegations could disrupt your life in different ways. Not only could these claims affect your job, your professional and personal relationships and your emotional well-being, but they could interfere with other aspects of life. For example, you...
Can putting a battery in your mouth confuse a DWI breath test?
As you undoubtedly know, the Lone Star State has some substantial penalties for driving while impaired. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, these penalties include a fine, the loss of driving privileges and even jail time. To know whether you are...
Domestic violence protective orders
The state of Texas takes domestic violence cases seriously. If a person files a protective order against you for domestic violence and the judge grants it, your best bet is to stay out of trouble, especially while the protective order is in effect. Usually, protective...
Is it illegal to engage in drone drops?
Drone technology has come a long way in just a few years. People have come to use them in all manners of ways. This has led to the advent of drone drops at prisons. Federal agencies take steps against them, but many people may not realize that they are illegal. How do...
What should you know about chemical DWI tests?
Intoxicated driving in the state of Texas can result in misdemeanor charges. In a DWI case, one of the biggest and most common forms of evidence is chemical testing that shows blood alcohol concentration. But of course, no test is infallible. It is important to...
What should you know about bail?
It is possible that you might have the option to post bail while awaiting a trial. This would allow you to stay out in public as an essentially "free" person (within limits) until the trial date. The bail amount will depend on several things, including the judge...
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