In Texas, people who are accused of domestic violence or other illegal acts against family members and people with whom they live can face a litany of charges. If there are previous incidents or the behavior is severe, they may be charged with a felony. While any...
It’s jarring, of course. And uniformly so, whether it’s a sudden evening phone call, a knock on the door or the flashing lights of a police car. The sudden immersion of a law enforcement matter into the lives of residents in Houston or elsewhere across Southeast Texas...
Claims of domestic violence are serious and can create painful strains in familial relationships. In Texas households and between family members, allegations of domestic violence are sometimes asserted in cases where no domestic violence occurred. The grounds for...
It is hard to predict how we will act in a life or death situation until we are facing one. For some people, this situation arises when they are being held at gunpoint or are being assaulted. In these situations, sometimes it may feel like we have no other choice but...
A victim may take legal action against an alleged abuser in Texas. Courts may issue a protective order which can restrict a person’s activities and rights. Individuals who must comply with these orders may need to begin a domestic violence defense in some...
Police departments throughout the country now commonly use what are called Drug Recognition Experts, or DRE’s, when they are investigating a person for a DWI due to drugs. Should a person be stopped an encounter a DRE, it is important to remember several points....
Police in Houston and around the state often rely on informants for tips that lead to arrests on drug charges. Authorities say this system is effective for arresting drug traffickers and other criminals. People in the drug trade may not realize that one of their...
If you are facing domestic violence allegations that involve fabricated details or the charges are completely baseless, you need to immediately identify strategies to protect yourself. These accusations will likely impact your life in many different ways, whether you...
A Texas 2019 farm bill made the production and distribution of hemp legal. Numerous news outlets have reported that this is heavily affecting marijuana charges in the state — causing some cities to go so far as to throw out charges for possession. But do these side...
Not all drugs impair driving ability, but there are many different types that can. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, substances that can cause impairment include illicit drugs, such as cannabis, methamphetamine and cocaine, as well as...
