When The Cops Are Talking To You,
You Should Be Talking To Me.
Drug possession charges are commonly associated with individuals caught in possession of illegal substances. However, you might wonder what happens when you are just a passenger in a vehicle where police discover drugs. To answer whether a passenger can receive a...
When faced with a threat to the safety of a loved one, the instinct to protect and defend is powerful. You may face assault charges if you injure someone else while protecting a loved one. In Texas, the penal code recognizes the importance of self-defense, including...
Eyewitness testimony plays an important role in some cases of driving while intoxicated in Texas. However, eyewitness accounts can be unreliable. It is good for drivers facing DWI charges to know about these problematic aspects. Memory distortion Human memory is...
People often use the terms theft, larceny, embezzlement and robbery interchangeably in everyday conversation. However, these words can have different precise legal definitions. In fact, different states vary in how they use the terms and the penalties that they apply...
When accused of theft, individuals have legal defenses to challenge the allegations. These defenses, if applicable, can potentially lead to a reduction in charges or even an acquittal. Regardless of the charges, everyone deserves a fair legal process. With a solid...
Traffic stops are encounters between law enforcement officers and individuals operating vehicles on public roadways. They serve multiple purposes such as DWI enforcement. However, officers can make errors in judgment and procedure when they suspect individuals of...
According to the Texas Department of Transportation, there were over 24,000 alcohol-related crashes in 2020, resulting in 1,025 fatalities. Many Texans facing DWI charges worry about how it will affect their gun rights. DWI convictions and firearm possession When it...
Marijuana, a controversial plant, has varying degrees of legality across the United States. In Texas, marijuana possession and use are generally illegal, but there are exceptions under certain circumstances. Medical use In 2021, law enforcement arrested nearly 22,000...
In Texas, drug offenses carry serious consequences. While you might know the risks of possessing drugs, you might not understand that the police can charge you with intent to sell drugs even if they have not recorded any actual sales. Knowing what leads to this charge...
In Texas, theft is a serious offense that comes with varying degrees of penalties based on the value of the stolen property and other factors. As the value of the stolen goods increases, so too does the severity of the potential penalties. Understanding the legal...
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