We’ve all watched a movie or TV crime drama where an eyewitness is on the stand. They’re 100% sure they saw the accused commit the crime despite it being nighttime, the subject’s back was turned, and they only got a fleeting glimpse. The jury uses that testimony to...
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An overview of Texas cocaine laws
Texas doesn’t take cocaine possession or distribution lightly. In fact, courts charge all criminal cases involving cocaine at the felony level. Cocaine in Texas Texas law categorizes cocaine as a schedule Π drug but groups it as Penalty 1. A schedule Π drug has a high...
Domestic battery in Texas
It's not uncommon for spouses in Texas to have different perspectives on things. If you don't handle these differences delicately, it can result in heated arguments where people throw things, such as cell phones, at each other. But this may have legal repercussions....
How can you challenge field sobriety tests in Texas?
DUI cases in Texas can be complex, and many factors can come into play. If you were given a field sobriety test after you were pulled over, and you're wondering if there's any way to challenge the results in your case, the following are options to consider. There was...
Can you really get in trouble in Texas for having CBD or THC oils?
Yes, you certainly can. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the psychoactive compound in cannabis. When it makes up 0.3% of a smokable or ingestible product, THC is illegal in Texas. CBD (cannabidiol) is a non-psychoactive product derived from cannabis, either marijuana or...
How a DUI can damage your job prospects
If you've been arrested for a DUI in Texas, you may be worried about how it's going to affect your life, such as how you'll pay the fines, if you can expect jail time or if it can affect your job. Even if you're convicted of a misdemeanor, that blemish on your record...
What to know about drug-sniffing dogs and searches in Texas
If the police arrest and charge you with a drug crime in Texas, the prosecution may use evidence obtained by drug-sniffing dogs during a search of your person or property. But there are circumstances in which evidence obtained in that manner may be inadmissible in...
What to know if your child is facing a Title IX investigation
If your child is in college and facing a Title IX investigation for sexual harassment, there are some important things to know. Different processes, different stakes It can be easy to panic if you hear your child is the subject of a Title IX investigation. And indeed,...
Things you need to know about asset division
The most contentious issue in a Texas divorce is how property will be divided. This is because, beyond everything, your resolutions determine how easily you can move forward and plan for your future after your separation. Here's a look at some of the critical factors...
What are common defenses for domestic violence charges?
A domestic violence conviction typically brings severe punishment in Texas, including jail time and fines. But the stigma attached to these offenses often brings harsh repercussions for a defendant’s career and reputation, destroying families and the accused’s...