Criminal Defense

Credit card fraud involves the unauthorized or deceptive use of a credit or debit card to obtain money, goods or services. Under Texas law, a person can face charges any time they use a card without the cardholder's consent or with the intent to deceive. These charges...

In Texas, being accused of a crime is a serious matter, but when the state adds a charge of Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity (EOCA), the legal stakes escalate significantly. This is a legal mechanism that allows prosecutors to increase the penalties for an...

One altered ledger entry. One redirected payment. One “temporary” transfer. Embezzlement often starts with a small breach of trust that triggers large criminal exposure. Texas does not use the word “embezzlement” as a standalone offense in most cases. The conduct is...

Fights sometimes happen, and sometimes they lead to criminal charges. Yet, even if those involved shake hands and make up, the police may still get involved if others call them or someone later convinces one of the involved parties to report the incident to the...

In some ways, embezzlement certainly is one type of theft. It typically happens when someone who works for a business is accused of stealing from that business itself. But it’s also very different than more traditional types of theft. Often, what happens is that...

In some cases, the police may want to conduct a search, and it is important for them to take the proper steps. For example, before entering your home, they typically need to get your consent or a search warrant. The same is true if they want to search your cellphone...

When you’re pulled over by the police, you may be concerned about being arrested. Perhaps you’re worried that the officer suspects you’re under the influence of alcohol. Maybe you’re just worried about any interaction with the police because you know saying the wrong...

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...

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...