You’ve probably heard this before, but all criminal defendants are innocent until proven guilty. Do you actually know what this means, however? If you’re facing any kind of serious criminal charges, it’s an important concept to understand. The presumption of innocence...
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Year: 2021
Driving on medications? Watch out for a DWI
If you’re driving while taking prescription medications, it’s time to stop and think about how those medications could be affecting you. Prescription medications have the potential to cause serious side effects that could impact your ability to drive safely, such as:...
You didn’t commit the crime you planned. Why are you still facing charges?
Everyone has thought about breaking the law, even if it’s minor. Maybe you were late for work and wondered if it was worth it to drive 90 miles per hour to make up time. Maybe you were intoxicated and considered driving home anyway so that you didn’t have to come back...
Understanding intoxication assault and intoxication manslaughter charges
Texas has laws that specifically apply when a person who’s impaired by alcohol and/or drugs unintentionally injures or kills someone else with a vehicle. If you have been charged with “intoxication assault” or “intoxication manslaughter,” it’s crucial that you...
How Texas theft laws may affect your children
If your teenage child has been accused of shoplifting, it's likely that you are concerned about how this could affect their future. Often, teenagers involved in petty crimes have a higher likelihood of being involved in serious crimes and going to jail later in life....
Important tips to be aware of while traveling with a firearm
Purchasing a gun in Texas is your legal right. You follow all the necessary protocols and exclusively discharge your weapon in a legal fashion. Owning a gun and following the laws governing it has become second nature. That’s fine, but make sure you know what the gun...