Domestic violence charges can affect many areas of a person’s life, including family relationships, employment and long-term opportunities. While some cases involve clear allegations of abuse, others occur in situations where the facts are disputed or depend heavily...
This week marks the return of NASCAR to Austin and Circuit of the Americas with the DuraMAX Texas Grand Prix. Campgrounds at COTA open on Thursday, with action at the track starting on Friday. The weekend features races from IMSA, the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series...
Allegations of domestic violence are among the most common origins of violent criminal records in Texas. Also known as family violence, domestic violence cases involve physical aggression toward current or former romantic partners, spouses, roommates and family...
Do you know your rights if you were stopped by the police? Many people do not know their rights. As a result, many people face serious criminal charges for crimes they did not commit. It is important to learn about your constitutional rights and understand how they...
Underage drinking can lead to a variety of criminal charges in Texas. Being a minor in possession of alcohol is illegal in its own right. Furnishing alcohol to minors is also illegal. Underage drinking often leads to issues with drinking and driving, especially...
Assault charges are often the result of a physical altercation. If two parties end up fighting, the party that instigated the incident might face prosecution. Sometimes, people end up accused of assault due to misunderstandings or a temporary lapse in judgment. They...
When someone is operating their vehicle, they are not allowed to break the legal limit in terms of blood alcohol concentration. For the majority of drivers, that means a legal limit of 0.08%, although underage drivers and commercial drivers often have lower limits. If...
The concept of guilt by association applies primarily in interpersonal relationships. People might judge others based on the company that they keep. In the criminal justice system, simply having a relationship with someone who breaks the law does not automatically put...
Fights between relative strangers and domestic disputes may begin with the consumption of alcohol. Alcohol disinhibits people, potentially exacerbating what could be minor disputes. People who have had too much to drink might let their emotions get the better of them...
Courts sometimes allow multiple defendants to share a single trial when they are charged together. This can save time and resources, but it is not always in every defendant’s best interest. In some circumstances, separating or severing your case from that of a...