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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...

Make sure you understand your rights when dealing with the police. When the police are investigating crimes, they need to follow the law. Someone who is suspected of committing a crime has constitutional rights. If those rights are violated, evidence wrongfully obtained by the police cannot be used in court. And if there is not...

Make sure you know when it is and isn't legal to use deadly force. In Texas, self-defense is a fundamental, legally protected right, and in some circumstances, that includes the right to use a deadly weapon such as a firearm. However, self-defense does not apply in all circumstances. Rather, it is an "affirmative defense" —...

Protect your rights and freedom. If there is a warrant for your arrest, consult an attorney. An "arrest warrant," commonly known as a "warrant of arrest" or simply a "warrant," is a written directive issued by a judge or magistrate granting the police the authority to apprehend an individual. It can be issued for misdemeanor...

Police can legally lie and use dishonest tactics to get confessions. Lies, manipulation, and overall dishonest police interrogation techniques are major contributing factors to the epidemic of wrongful convictions in the United States. Some studies estimate that 4% to 6% of the U.S. prison population has been wrongly convicted. To protect their rights and freedom,...

In Texas, possession of even a small amount can lead to harsh penalities. Drug charges are a serious matter in Texas. Even a first-time conviction can result in jail time, fines, and a criminal record. There are two main types of drug charges in Texas: drug possession and drug trafficking. Drug possession is the unlawful act...

Texas has harsh penalties for criminal convictions - even for misdemeanors While it's true that the more serious the charge, the more serious the potential consequences, in Texas, even a misdemeanor conviction can have huge implications on a person's life. In Texas, a misdemeanor is a criminal charge that is punishable by a fine of...

In Texas and throughout the nation, the concept of consent plays a crucial role with regard to sexual assault charges. Sexual assault is unlike many other crimes because the same act can be either legal or criminal purely depending on consent. If you find yourself facing sexual assault charges or any other related charges in...