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Anyone who gets caught with marijuana in Texas risks prosecution. The need to purchase marijuana from a drug dealer exposes someone to personal risk and may expose them to law enforcement efforts. One of the ways that people try to minimize their risk of...
The horizontal gaze nystagmus (HGN) test is one of the most trusted sobriety exams police officers administer during a traffic stop. They often rely on the test to establish probable cause for a drunk or drugged driving arrest. Since this field sobriety test stems...
Being around police officers makes many people nervous. You be stopped by the police almost anywhere outside of your home, including in your vehicle, on the streets or at a public event. Interacting with police officers in Texas can be particularly scary when you do...
Unlike many other states, Texas has yet to legalize or decriminalize marijuana in any meaningful sense. There have been discussions about reform, but no major changes to state law in recent years. However, marijuana use has become incredibly popular and much more...
The terms homicide and murder are thrown around frequently without being defined. The truth is that there are different branches of homicide, with murder being the most serious criminal charge. A lesser, but still serious charge, is manslaughter. What makes...
The police have the right to pull over drivers who are acting in a way that might suggest they committed crimes, will commit crimes or are committing crimes. The police then have a right to ask drivers questions and even perform tests that may help them gather...
If you are facing criminal charges, the potential consequences of a conviction can feel overwhelming. However, the Supreme Court decision in Brady vs. Maryland can assist in your defense. The landmark 1963 decision ensures that due process is upheld and your rights...
When facing impaired driving charges, the type of impairment may be very important. It can certainly impact how likely someone is to be accused of driving while under the influence. For instance, many people drive after consuming alcohol, but it’s possible to track...
In one sense, the only difference between domestic violence and other types of violence is the relationship between the perpetrator and the victim. Every state has its own laws, and some agencies have different definitions, but generally speaking, domestic violence...
Did you know you can be arrested and charged with possessing marijuana even if it's not in your physical possession? Most people think the drugs must be found on your person, such as in your pocket or belongings, to get into legal crosshairs. However, there is more to...
