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Defending Against Computer Crime Charges In Texas
Computer crimes in Texas involve a wide range of activities, from breaches of security to online solicitation of crimes. Texas law is constantly changing to keep up with the pace of technology and technology-related crimes, and law enforcement agencies are constantly on the lookout for violations of Texas computer crime laws. Unfortunately, our ever-expanding… Read More »
Defending Against A Public Intoxication Charge In Texas
In Texas, it is not a crime in itself to be intoxicated in public. Walking down the street after having drinks at a bar or restaurant, for example, does not open you up to a charge of public intoxication. Under Texas law (Texas Penal Code, Section 49.02), it is a criminal offense to appear… Read More »
Drug Possession Defense In Texas: Understanding Your Legal Rights
Despite changing public attitudes toward possession of certain drugs, particularly marijuana, law enforcement and prosecutors still take these crimes seriously in Texas. Each year, over 100,000 arrests are made in Texas for drug possession crimes – almost half of those for marijuana alone. Nationwide, more people are arrested for drug possession crimes each year… Read More »
Evidence In Texas Criminal Cases: What Can And Can’t Be Used Against You
When prosecutors charge a defendant with a crime, they bear the burden of proving their case at trial with solid evidence. The standard of proof for conviction in all criminal cases is “beyond a reasonable doubt”. This means that there must be no other reasonable conclusion for a jury other than that the defendant… Read More »
What Prosecutors Must Prove In A DWI Case, And How To Defend Yourself Against DWI Charges
Driving While Intoxicated in Texas is a serious offense that law enforcement and prosecutors do not take lightly. They will push aggressively for the maximum possible penalties available, based on the circumstances. Penalties can include jail time (up to 25 years in the most serious cases), and thousands of dollars in fines. Other consequences… Read More »
Defending Against Assault And Battery Charges In Texas
Assault and battery charges in Texas can arise fairly easily – an argument gets out of hand, a misunderstanding occurs, or objects get thrown. When law enforcement gets involved, at least one person may end up being charged with an assaultive crime under the Texas Penal Code. In Texas, “assault and battery” crimes are… Read More »
Criminal Record Expunction In Texas: What To Know About Clearing Your Record
Good people can sometimes do bad things, or make a mistake that creates a criminal record. Even a seemingly minor mishap can lead to an arrest, charge, or conviction. These become part of the public record and can haunt a person for years down the road. Some consequences of an arrest, charge, or even… Read More »
What To Do When Facing A Weapons Charge In Texas
Texans have a well-established right to keep and bear arms, under the Constitution’s Second Amendment and Texas law itself. Texas has some of the more forgiving laws in the nation regarding weapons possession and open-carry of firearms, but you can still run into trouble if certain restrictions are not followed. For example, using or… Read More »
Defending Against Insurance Fraud Claims In Texas
If you are dealing with an insurance claim to recover after a covered loss, that process can be difficult and time-consuming enough. If a mistake or error is made in the insurance claim process, that can lead to even bigger problems – including allegations of insurance fraud. Insurance fraud occurs when the insured makes… Read More »
Family Violence Charges In Texas: Understanding The Legal Standards, Penalties, And Defenses
An assault allegation in Texas can turn into a charge of “Family Violence” if the alleged incident occurred between members of a family, or members of the same household. A Family Violence charge is one of the more serious criminal allegations a person can face – not just due to the criminal penalties involved,… Read More »