In Texas and other states, implied consent laws mean that a driver who refuses to take a Breathalyzer test in connection with a suspected DWI arrest may have his or her driver’s license suspended for six months or more. A Breathalyzer is a device that registers the...
If Texas police stop my car, do they have the right to search it?
"You don't mind if I take a look inside, do you?" can be a worrying thing to hear from a police officer during what you hoped was a routine traffic stop. The Fourth Amendment gives you protection to go about your everyday life without being stopped by the police for...
What kinds of defenses can you use against aggravated assault charges in Texas?
You got into an argument and it escalated and got out of control. The next thing you knew, you were involved in a full-on physical fight with the other party. When the police arrived, you were charged with aggravated assault. What now? In Texas, you can be charged...
Why you may want to think twice before accepting a plea bargain
The term “plea bargain” implies that it offers some real benefit for the person considering accepting it. Prosecutors offer plea bargains as a way to keep cases out of court and get a conviction. In exchange for admitting guilt, those accepting a plea bargain...
Find out if you qualify to have your criminal record expunged
Having a criminal record affects many areas of a person’s life. The most common negative consequences associated with a criminal record include: Difficulty finding employment Loss of your reputation Difficulty acquiring a line of credit Loss of personal relationships...
What should you look for in a criminal defense lawyer?
When you are charged with a crime in Texas, there are many things that could be at stake. Your freedom, your family, your reputation, and even your job are at risk. Whether the alleged offense is a DUI or a crime of violence, the best way to protect your entire life...
Why you need help if you’re accused of violating your probation
Many people on probation (or “community supervision”) in Texas find it difficult at times to adhere to the strict, intrusive regulations on their behavior. However, if you fail to rise to those challenges even once, you may find yourself facing the wrath of the court...
Reasons to question your Breathalyzer test results in a DWI case
Certain kinds of evidence seem more conclusive and difficult to fight in court than other kinds of evidence. Many people, including police officers and attorneys, understand that eyewitness testimony could actually be less reliable than security camera footage, for...
3 facing drug charges after execution of search warrant
When multiple people are taken into custody in relation to the same crime, it is important that each person remembers that he or she will have a separate case. Though someone's initial instinct may be to protect the others also facing drug charges, it may not be the...
Charges for meth, other drugs filed against Texas man
Some people may feel as if life is always ready to cut them down. They may feel as if their circumstances only go from bad to worse, and when they face criminal charges for meth or other drugs, they may feel as if they are only being proven right. However, individuals...