In Texas, discovery is a crucial phase of a criminal trial. It's the period during which the two sides share information and evidence so that nothing throughout the course of the trial itself is a shock to the other side. How written discovery works Discovery starts...
If you are accused of burglary in Texas, you may be looking at a felony or misdemeanor charge, depending on the circumstances. This is because the crime carries two illegal acts, i.e., entering someone else's property uninvited and committing or intending to commit an...
Indecent exposure carries the classification of "sex crime" in Texas. As a result, the penalties for indecent exposure include jail sentences, prison time, and severe fines. The ultimate sentence that you will receive for indecent exposure depends upon a number of...
If you are accused of engaging in unwanted touching, groping or other types of physical contact, Texas law says that you may have committed sexual assault. Each year, millions of people in the United States are victims of this type of crime, and those who are...
Being arrested on any drug charges is a serious matter that requires immediate help in Texas. An arrest for drug trafficking and distribution needs a strong defense as your freedom depends on it. What is drug trafficking and distribution? Texas has strict laws...
Violating Texas Penal Code Ch 22.011 is a serious offense with severe penalties. In fact, this is one of the crimes that cannot be expunged. There are also cases where you can be prosecuted based solely on the word of the alleged victim. But, Texas law provides...
Those who drive in the state of Texas have a duty of care toward other motorists. Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is generally considered to be a violation of that duty. Let's take a closer look at some steps that you might want to take if you...
If you are charged with DWI by Texas authorities, it doesn't mean that you have committed a crime. There are several common mistakes that police make during traffic stops that may result in drivers being charged with this crime despite the fact that they haven't...
Practically every Texas resident has had discussions with a police officer at some point. Some of those discussions are investigative, and some are not. However, it is important to remember that anything said to a police officer could become part of an investigation...
In Texas and elsewhere, homicide crimes are deemed the most serious. If you have been arrested on charges of one of these crimes, it’s important to immediately seek help to protect your rights and future. What is a homicide crime? Homicide crimes are those that occur...