Criminal

When a juvenile is adjudicated of a crime in Texas, they will receive either a determinate or indeterminate sentence. These two sentencing options have different implications for the juvenile’s future, so it’s important to understand both – especially if you have a child facing juvenile prosecution. Like most everything in the juvenile system, determinate and […]

What is the First Step Act? The First Step Act, formally known as the Formerly Incarcerated Reenter Society Transformed Safely Transitioning Every Person Act, signed into law on December 21, 2018, is a bipartisan criminal justice reform bill that aims to reduce the federal prison population and improve prison conditions. It introduces a risk and

Tax season is underway, which seems like a perfect time for a primer on tax crimes. Lying on your tax return, cooking the books, or failing to file can land you in trouble with the law, but how much trouble? Here’s a look at common tax crimes, how the federal government prosecutes these cases, and

Texans seeking online adult entertainment won’t find it anymore at Pornhub, one of the most popular websites in the world. In March, Pornhub suspended its services in the Lone Star State over objections to the Texas’ new age verification law. The new Texas law requires porn sites to check visitors’ ages to ensure they are

If a detective has reached out, you are on the right page. Most people have never had to think about “What should I do if a detective calls?” and, as a result, they are unprepared for that moment. The reality is that police officers and detectives know this and are trained to prey upon that

Sudden Passion & Murder in Texas A wife comes home early one day and discovers her husband engaged in sexual activity with another woman. Enraged, the woman goes to her closet, retrieves a gun, and kills his lover. At her murder trial, the wife’s attorney asks the jury to consider whether the wife acted in

The most interesting part about any case is the evidence. This is especially true when a child is facing juvenile delinquency charges.  The first question on the minds of most parents, guardians, or loved ones of a juvenile facing charges is: What evidence is there and what proof exists that the juvenile committed the offense

A federal grand jury has indicted former President Donald J. Trump in the 2020 election interference probe, marking the third time this year that Trump has been criminally charged – all in different jurisdictions and stemming from different criminal accusations. The latest indictment accuses Trump of conspiring to overturn the results of his unsuccessful 2020

What is DWI Open Container in Texas? Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious offense in Texas and an open container enhances the punishment a person faces if convicted. This article provides a comprehensive overview of DWI with an open container in Texas, shedding light on the specifics of the law, its implications, and the