Texas Transportation Code § 724.011, Consent to Taking of Specimen, gives an individual who has been arrested for driving under the influence the right to refuse initial blood testing. This also applies to watercraft and any other type of vehicle operated in a public...
Eyewitness testimony can be a powerful tool in the criminal justice system. However, it can also lead to wrongful convictions in Texas if not used correctly. Here's why. Eyewitness testimony can be inaccurate Witnesses sometimes see things differently depending on...
In any criminal trial in Texas, the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty. This is a bedrock principle of the U.S. justice system, so if you are facing charges for first-degree murder, you should know the defenses available to you. Here are four possible...
Doctors are put in the ultimate position of trust with the public. If they act inappropriately, they could face serious civil and criminal charges and a loss of their medical license and reputation. There are numerous acts that might lead to losing their license and...
A violent altercation may leave one person dead, with the assailant facing serious charges. The accused might discover the charges are not murder but manslaughter. While the penalties for manslaughter are far less than what a murder conviction could bring, a guilty...
The Texas Board of Nursing has the best interest of nurses in mind but not as it relates to your personal liability. A professional license defense is necessary; otherwise, the nursing board will question you to your disadvantage. Losing your right to work in Texas is...
The vast majority of cases handled in the Texas criminal court system will be settled with a plea agreement. While some cases are filed on borderline evidence that may not establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, many others are actually solid cases that prosecutors...