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 […]
The timeline for receiving child support after filing in Texas can vary significantly, influenced by numerous factors such as the cooperation of the noncustodial parent, the efficiency of the legal system, and the specifics of your individual case. With that said, most child support payments begin around two months after filing. This article explains the […]
When clients call our law firm to discuss intoxication offenses, they often use the words DUI and DWI interchangeably. However, these two offenses are not the same thing in Texas. A DUI is reserved solely for people under the age of 21, while a person of any age can be charged DWI as long as […]
What is Swatting in Texas? Swatting refers to the act of making a false report about a crime or emergency with the intent of provoking a substantial police response, often involving a SWAT team, at a specific location where no real emergency exists. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, there are an estimated 400 […]
How Does Texas Define Parental Kidnapping? It’s against Texas law for a noncustodial parent to knowingly entice or persuade a child to leave the custody of the custodial parent, guardian, or person standing in the stead of the custodial parent or guardian. Even if you’re the biological parent and the child wants to be with […]
Six Reasons Why You Should Not Represent Yourself in a Criminal Case Individuals accused of a crime often wonder if they can represent themselves without an attorney. In the legal world, this is referred to as a pro se defendant. The reasons for wanting to go it alone vary. Some people think they can handle it. Others […]
In Texas, individuals convicted of a felony are disenfranchised while they are serving their sentence, meaning they temporarily lose their right to vote. However, this loss of voting rights is not permanent. Once a person has fully served their sentence, including any term of incarceration, parole, and probation, their right to vote is automatically restored. […]