Anytime you are engaged with the Texas criminal justice system, the stakes are high. An arrest or a criminal charge can upend your life. Whether you're innocent or otherwise, an experienced Conroe criminal defense lawyer can help you navigate the complexities of the Texas legal system. But how do you know when a situation rises...
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What Is a Plea Bargain and How Does It Work?
When you face criminal charges in Texas, your life can take an unexpected turn. Regardless of your innocence or guilt, you have the right to defend yourself. The criminal justice system offers various options, including plea bargains. If a prosecutor offers you a plea bargain, don't agree to anything without an experienced Texas criminal defense...
Read MoreWhen Can Police Search Your Car Without a Warrant?
Imagine driving down a Texas highway when suddenly you're pulled over, and an officer wants to search your car—without a warrant. What are your rights? In Texas, law enforcement can search vehicles without a warrant under specific conditions, a practice rooted in the "automobile exception" to the Fourth Amendment. If police search your car without...
Read MoreU.S. DEA Set to Redefine Marijuana's Legal Status
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is poised to reclassify marijuana to acknowledge its medical benefits and lower potential for abuse, a significant shift in American drug policy. While this doesn't legalize recreational marijuana nationwide or in various states, it signals a notable change that may influence other states to accept medical and recreational cannabis. However,...
Read MoreTexas Castle Doctrine Faces Scrutiny After Squatter Incidents
Squatters have been in the news in recent weeks, particularly in New York, where clashes between squatters and homeowners have occurred. In March, a property owner in Queens was arrested for changing the locks on a home she had inherited from her parents, claiming that squatters had been living there. That same month, two suspected squatters...
Read MoreWhat Are The Consequences of Public Intoxication in Texas?
Choosing not to drive after a night of drinking helps you save lives and avoid a DWI charge. However, there are some circumstances where you can be arrested and charged with public intoxication. This type of charge doesn't stem from simply enjoying a few drinks and walking. It often stems from the danger you may...
Read MoreUnderstanding Texas Laws on THC Vape Pens
Texas allows the use of e-cigarettes and vape pens. However, the situation changes when a smoking or vaping device includes THC. Unlike many other states, Texas hasn't legalized recreational marijuana. Possession of THC vape pens and other cannabis products often leads to drug charges, and a conviction carries harsh legal consequences. What are the penalties...
Read MoreWhat is Aggravated Assault With a Deadly Weapon in Texas?
Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in Texas is a serious criminal offense, defined under Texas Penal Code §22.02. This crime involves intentionally and knowingly causing serious bodily harm or using or displaying a deadly weapon during an assault. The law categorizes it primarily as a second-degree felony. However, it can count as a first-degree...
Read MoreHow Are Domestic Violence Cases Handled in Texas?
Texas sees domestic violence across all demographics, irrespective of race, family structure, or income level. Contrary to common belief, domestic violence doesn't just happen in marital relationships. Only about 45% of reported cases involve spouses, with a significant portion occurring in non-marital relationships. That includes parent-child dynamics, roommates, and extended family members. Types of domestic...
Read MoreHow Does a Plea Bargain Work?
If you are facing criminal charges in Texas, one of the options that might be available to you includes accepting a plea bargain. But what exactly is a plea bargain? How do they work? What’s a common plea bargain agreement? And are there any other options available besides agreeing to accept a plea bargain? Texas...
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