Court Of Criminal Appeals Tosses Drug Conviction Due To State’s Botching Of The Evidence
Texas has very complex drug laws. Basically, state law divides all controlled substances into different penalty groups. Penalty Group 1...
Read MoreHow The “Plain View Doctrine” Helps Police In Drug Cases
A police officer does not always need a search warrant to look for and seize evidence of a possible crime....
Read MoreWhat Is The “Plain View” Exception?
In most situations, the police are not allowed to search your property–including your vehicle–without first obtaining your consent or a...
Read MoreDoes Mental Illness Render A Defendant Incompetent To Stand Trial?
There is sometimes a misconception regarding a person’s “mental competency” to stand trial for a criminal offense. In Texas, the...
Read MoreDo Police Have To Advise You Of Your Rights Before Making An Arrest?
During a custodial interrogation, the police are required to advise you of your rights–i.e., to remain silent and speak with...
Read MoreCan Police Search Your Hotel Room After You Have Been Asked To Leave?
The police typically need a warrant before searching your home or property. This principle extends to any other area where...
Read MoreWhat Happens If I Talk To The Police Before They Read Me My Rights?
There is often a misconception surrounding the familiar Miranda warning that the police must give a criminal suspect before beginning...
Read MoreWhat If A Judge Makes A “Mistake” In Sentencing Me?
Everyone makes mistakes, including judges and prosecutors. But when it comes to something like how long a person should go...
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