Conroe, TX Drug Charges Defense Attorney Clears Up Confusion About THC Vape Pen Possession We'll be blunt: No, recreational THC vape pens are illegal in Texas. This catches some people off guard. Even in communities that have decriminalized possession of small amounts of marijuana, like Austin, Killeen, and Elgin, THC vape pens are illegal. Marijuana...
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What Are The Pros And Cons Of A Texas Plea Bargain?
Always consult a criminal defense attorney before accepting a plea deal in Montgomery County. Few criminal cases actually go to trial. Instead, a Texas prosecutors' association estimates that 98 percent of charges are resolved through plea bargains. To close a case quickly and avoid clogging the courts, prosecutors may offer a plea bargain to avoid...
Read MoreHow To Use Your Miranda Rights in Texas
Don't forget that you have a right to remain silent If you've seen a crime drama, you've probably heard that you have a "right to remain silent." This right is part of your Miranda rights. Movies and shows often depict police reading suspects their Miranda rights, but their depiction of the law is often inaccurate....
Read MoreFacing Theft Charges in Texas? Here's How a Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help
A Texas criminal defense lawyer explains the available legal options. Being charged with theft in Texas is a serious criminal charge with serious consequences. That’s why it’s important for someone facing a theft charge to fully understand their rights, the penalties, the consequences of a theft conviction, and the potential legal options available to them....
Read MoreWhat's the Difference Between Self-Defense and Assault in Texas?
Understanding a contentious defense to assault charges When attacked or threatened, many people choose to - or are forced to - defend themselves and their loved ones. It's not fair, but sometimes the victim who fights back is charged with assault. Under Texas law, there is a fine line between self-defense and assault. Therefore, you...
Read MoreCriminal Charges Under the New Texas Abortion Laws
Following the United State Supreme Court's landmark ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, which overturned Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, abortion is a criminal offense in Texas. As a result, medical professionals who perform abortions in Texas can face serious legal consequences, including prison time, fines, and professional sanctions. We are monitoring this...
Read MoreWhat Are the Charges & Penalties for Possession of Marijuana in Texas?
Texas marijuana laws evolve at the state, county, and local level. Laws and attitudes about marijuana are rapidly evolving in the U.S. and Texas. It can be challenging to keep up with what's considered a marijuana crime and what isn't. While other states have legalized marijuana, Texas has not shifted in that direction. As a...
Read MoreAvoiding Self-Incrimination in Texas
If you're confronted by police, here are some ways to exercise your rights. The Fifth Amendment gives Americans the right to protect themselves from self-incrimination. However, this right won't help you much if you don't understand when it applies and how to use it. In general, self-incrimination is when a person, under the pressure of...
Read MoreWant To Expunge Your Record in Texas?
Getting a clean slate isn't easy, but an expungement lawyer can help Even if you've repaid your debt to society, a criminal record can penalize you long after your sentence is complete. Past arrests and convictions that appear in background checks can compromise career, housing, education, and other opportunities. But it doesn't have to be...
Read MoreWhat Happens if You’re Charged With Domestic Violence in Texas?
False accusations are on the rise, and a DV conviction carries harsh penalties Domestic violence arrests skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, that means that false or exaggerated allegations of family violence and intimate partner abuse are up, too. Too often, when a family disagrees, 911 gets called to "teach a lesson" to a spouse,...
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