Texas has taken a far more aggressive approach to offenses involving synthetic opioids than many other states have in recent years. The state’s seemingly ever-evolving updates to sentencing practices reflect this shift dramatically. Unfortunately, many people do not...
If you are facing a false domestic violence accusation in Tarrant County, the first step is to remain silent and contact a qualified attorney immediately. Waiting and hoping for the facts to speak for themselves may not be enough to protect you. Acting quickly and...
Being arrested can be a terrifying experience, even if it is not your first arrest. Your feelings of shock, fear, embarrassment or anger may cause you to do or say things that escalate the situation and cause further problems. You may be unaware of the rights you have...
White-collar crime allegations have the potential to wreck your life. They can certainly damage your reputation and your standing in the business community, but they can also threaten you with extensive jail or prison time and crushing fines and restitution. That’s...
You may know that a domestic violence conviction in Texas comes with serious penalties but might not realize just how much the charge and potential conviction could impact your life. The consequences are often much more than the penalty you are given on paper, which...
When prosecutors bring criminal charges, it’s based on the evidence provided to them by law enforcement. While prosecutors believe that this evidence was legally obtained, that isn’t always the case. In fact, there are several mistakes that the police can make during...
A criminal conviction can result in consequences that may affect you for the rest of your life. It may be difficult to find work or get custody of your kids with a conviction on your record, depending on the severity of the charges. What records are eligible for...
Holding a medical license is a privilege that comes with significant responsibility both in and out of the clinical setting. A drunk driving conviction can place a doctor's license — and their career — in jeopardy. What are the penalties that come with a conviction...
Anyone in Texas who is charged with driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated can face a litany of penalties that will negatively impact their freedom, their finances, their right to drive and their future. For those who drive for a living with a...
If you have been pulled over by a police officer in Texas, there is a possibility that they may ask to search your vehicle for evidence of a crime, such as drugs, drug paraphernalia, and unregistered weapons. However, just because an officer asks to search your...
