"Pretext" is a term that comes up when addressing the legality of traffic stops. In Texas, the police might have a pretext to stop a vehicle for a seemingly minor violation. After pulling a car over, the routine traffic stop may escalate. A driver may wonder about...
If you have been charged with a crime in Texas, you are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. However, many cases are resolved through plea deals that are negotiated before they have the chance to get to trial. There may be several benefits...
When you finalize your divorce in Texas, you might want to move to a new area as soon as possible. Relocating to a new city or state seems like the perfect way to give yourself a fresh start. Unfortunately, you can't move without a judge's permission, and if you do,...
When a minor within the Dallas-Fort Worth area is arrested, it can be quite difficult to determine the outcome of their trial. Because they are a minor and have little to no understanding of the law, states will seek to protect them. However, total forgiveness for...
In legal terms, hearsay is a statement that was made out-of-court by another person who's not directly involved in the case. Hearsay is typically not allowed as evidence in Texas court cases because it's difficult to prove. However, there are some exceptions. When can...
Attorney Appeared on The Ticket Sportsradio for Criminal Law Roundtable On-Air Discussion in February 2020. Attorney was joined by a select group of criminal defense attorneys to speak on all facets of the...