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Online Solicitation of a Minor in Texas
Sex crimes are extremely serious, and Texas legislators have instated stringent laws and harsh consequences for those accused of sex crimes, especially those involving minors....
Is a Conviction Permanent in Texas?
When someone is convicted of a crime, that conviction can have long-lasting consequences, including a permanent mark on their criminal record. In the state of...
What Are ‘Stand Your Ground Laws?’
Among self-defense laws, “stand our ground” laws or the principle of the “castle doctrine” are among the most controversial. This type of law applies most...
Fraud in Texas
Texas Penal Code Chapter 32 outlines various types of fraud that are considered criminal offenses in the state. The types of frauds addressed in this chapter...
What You Should Know About Suspended Licenses
A license suspension can drastically impact an individual’s life. If an individual is facing a license suspension, it could be on both administrative and criminal accounts. It...
Texas Pushes Back Against Federal Marijuana Pardon
President Biden announced his plan to grant blanket pardons to those convicted of minor marijuana possession crimes which prompted debate among state governors and representatives as to...
Texas Criminal Justice System Struggles with Abortion Ban
District attorneys for Kaufman, Fort Bend, and Harris counties have voiced concerns about Texas’s abortion ban. The new abortion restrictions are complex and there are...
Are Field Sobriety Tests Always Accurate?
When an officer pulls someone over for a suspected DWI, they will look for signs of impairment. Oftentimes, part of this process is conducting field sobriety...
Are Prescription Drugs Dangerous?
When measuring drug crimes against one another, prescription medications seem less sordid and almost acceptable in comparison. However, when it comes to criminal law, prescription...
What Are The Penalties for Multiple DWIs?
It is possible for individuals to incur multiple DWI charges over time. In fact, in the United States, it is fairly common for one person...
What Is Self-Defense?
The claim of self-defense is often overreferenced and misunderstood. Protecting yourself from harm is not illegal, but there are limited circumstances in which physical or...
Uvalde, Texas: What Happens Now?
The horrific shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, TX resulted in 21 deaths and several severe injuries. The community of Uvalde is beginning to...