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Simply put, manslaughter is murder committed without intent. It is a second-degree felony in Texas, and if convicted, you risk a jail term of up to 20 years, a fine not exceeding $10,000 or both. Among the defenses you can raise if you are charged with manslaughter is...
Domestic violence is a devastating thing to be accused of, more so when you are innocent. Even if you are not formally indicted, claims that you are violent towards your spouse can strain your relationships and social standing. And if you go to trial, a conviction can...
If you are charged with domestic violence, you might be curious to know how this will impact your life. Most certainly, it can and it will. Being charged with domestic violence is a big deal, especially if you are in the middle of a contested divorce. A pending...
Unlike most other criminal accusations, domestic violence can have an outsized effect on your life well before you are ever convicted, and even if you are not convicted. Indeed, if you are later acquitted or the charges are dropped, just the accusations of domestic...
Many people regularly take prescription drugs for a medical condition or occasionally use recreational drugs. If after the passage of time they do not feel high or otherwise intoxicated, they may feel it is safe to drive. This sense of security can cause problems,...
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...
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,...
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,...
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...
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...
