Texting While Driving Ban in Texas: Here’s What You Need to Know
In 2018, there were 540,561 crashes on Texas roadways. Of that number, 95,572 – or 18 percent – were caused by distracted driving, resulting in 394 deaths and 2,340 serious…
5th Circuit Overturns Restraint Enhancement in Hobbs Act Robbery
Restraint Enhancement in Hobbs Act Robbery Cases On May 23, 2017, in United States v. Garcia, the federal Fifth Circuit rejected the imposition of the restraint enhancement in a Hobbs Act robbery….
Kids and Guns: Making a Firearm Accessible to a Child in Texas [2024]
Whether for hunting, sport shooting or protection, Texans love their guns. In fact, more than 46 percent of people living in the Lone Star State own a gun . Unfortunately,…
Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student in Texas
What Does the Law Say about Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student in Texas? An Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student is a crime under Texas law, regardless of the…
Mental States: Intentionally, Knowingly, Negligently, Recklessly
Most criminal offenses in Texas have some sort of mental state requirement. These are sometimes referred to as “culpable mental states” or “mens rea” which is Latin for “guilty mind.”…
9 Tips for Testifying in Court | Taking the Witness Stand
Testifying in criminal court can be nerve-wracking. The stakes are high and, in many cases, someone’s freedom is on the line. It’s imperative to put your best foot forward and…
The Age of Criminal Responsibility in Texas: A Look at House Bill 122
What is the Age of Criminal Responsibility in Texas? In Texas, 17-year-olds can’t vote, serve on a jury, play lotto, or buy beer and cigarettes – but they are considered…
What is UCW in Texas? Unlawful Carry of Weapon in Texas
What is Unlawful Carry of a Weapon? Unlawful Carry of a Weapon, or UCW, refers to offenses involving the illegal possession of a handgun, illegal knife, or club in Texas….
Tarrant County SWIFT Program | Tarrant County SWIFT Probation
What is the Tarrant County SWIFT Program? The Tarrant County SWIFT program is a post-plea, intensive probation program that gives high-risk, high-need offenders an opportunity to change — and immediate…