Most people facing criminal charges opt for plea deals to avoid the uncertainties of a trial or have their charges reduced. But is accepting a plea deal always in your best interests? The short answer is no. Plea deals are not there to serve you but to help the...
Criminal Defense
Common police mistakes that could aid your DWI case
Before the police can stop you and make an arrest, they must follow specific procedures. Unfortunately, sometimes the police can fail to follow these procedures and make mistakes, either accidentally or intentionally. These mistakes can affect the outcome of your DWI...
Be cautious on social media until your case has been resolved
If you are like most adults, you spend a lot of time online. A significant percentage of that time may be spent on various social media platforms. However, if you have recently been accused of criminal wrongdoing, it is time to rethink your approach to these...
What if a person under 21 is charged with weapons violations?
Texas is rightfully viewed as a state where people are free to carry a weapon if they see fit. The Second Amendment is important in the Lone Star State and most people understand the fundamentals of responsible weapon ownership and adhere to the law. However, even...
When is the use of deadly force in self-defense justified?
Manslaughter is an incredibly serious offense in Texas. Whether you are accused of voluntary manslaughter or involuntary manslaughter, you should examine all of your defense options. Depending on the facts of your case, you might be able to argue that you acted in...
Drug-related crimes in Texas
Texas is tough on drug crimes. If you are a young college student, it is critical to keep this in mind because the consequences of a drug-related conviction can be very serious. Changes in drug laws Even though Texas has made some changes to its laws regarding drugs,...
Can I get my spouse to just drop the charges?
For many people, most of what they know about the law they learned from television shows and movies. They call it the University of Law & Order, but unfortunately, these programs are accurate and they often perpetuate legal myths that can get people in trouble,...
More information on flying with pot and pot derivatives
Readers of this legal blog know the dangers of carrying pot in our state, including when traveling. Recently, we posted about flying with marijuana. However, many questions were left unanswered from that popular post, which is the focus of this post. Pot derivatives...
After a serious accident, a person may face felony charges
An accident that leaves a person seriously injured or dead will no doubt get the attention of Houston’s police and prosecutors. They will investigate such accidents carefully. As part of their investigation; they will try to determine if the responsible driver was...
Your dorm room is not an arrest-free zone
The Fourth Amendment protects individuals from unreasonable search and seizure in their homes and other places such as (to a certain extent) their vehicles. College students also possess constitutional rights in their dorm rooms. But these rights have special...