AggressiveCriminal Defense For Texans
When most people think of assault charges, they assume that a physical altercation took place. For example, two people might get into a drunken argument outside a bar, and one person punches the other in the face. If a police officer witnesses this, they could arrest...
People who have a drunk driving conviction will sometimes need to operate a motor vehicle. This isn’t possible for many people, but some may have the option of having an ignition interlock device installed on their vehicle. In Texas, a person may obtain a restricted...
People accused of driving while intoxicated (DWI) offenses may not understand the severity of the allegations they’re facing. Most DWI charges result from targeted enforcement. People fail tests during traffic stops and then end up accused of breaking the law. They...
A criminal record can haunt you now and can even pose problems later in your life. In Texas, there are options available to help you clear your name and move forward with a brighter future, free from the shadows of past mistakes. Here are some key steps and...
One of the most common ideas people accused of assaulting another have is that they can claim they acted with reasonable force in self-defense. Indeed, they might honestly have believed this at the time they laid a hand on the other person, too. While this certainly...
Any social gathering – whether it is supposed to be festive or not – can put people in uncomfortable positions and cause tempers to flair. Whether it’s a heated political debate with your brother or an offhanded comment from your cousin about your “life choices,” a...
People sometimes look for a way to get sober quickly if they have to drive. Maybe they were at the bar with friends and didn’t realize how late it had gotten. They suddenly realize that the bar is closing, and it’s time to go home—but they’re still fairly intoxicated....
It can be difficult to know how to handle encounters with the police if you haven’t had much experience with this. What if you hear a knock at your door and see one or more police officers waiting outside. One reason they might be there is because they want to come in...
The use of illicit drugs for self-medication among college students is a growing concern across U.S. campuses. College is a time when students face new pressures, academic challenges and social situations, which can lead them to seek new coping mechanisms....
The answer: Extremely seriously. Violent crime convictions are typically punished harshly in the Lone Star State. Assault charges can range from misdemeanors to felonies, depending on the severity of the offense and the circumstances surrounding it. Keep reading for...