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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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

In Texas, misdemeanor assault can result in jail time and fines. Assault charges in Texas are serious matters that can have far-reaching consequences on your life. It's important to fight misdemeanor assault charges with the same power as felony assault charges. A conviction in either category may result in significant penalties, including fines, jail time,...

If a police officer in Texas has pulled you over and you do not identify yourself, you can be charged with a misdemeanor under a new Texas law involving failure to identify with police during a traffic stop. Texas drivers need to know the new law “If there’s enough probable cause for us to make...