When you’ve had a bit too much to drink you know it’s not safe to drive. In an effort to avoid doing so, you figure you’ll sleep it off in your car so that you can avoid any issues. Unfortunately, you may be surprised to learn that you could still find yourself...
What Are the Differences Between Probation and Parole?
When you have been charged with a crime, you may be wondering about the penalties you face if convicted. These often include incarceration, fines, community service, and more. Sometimes those who are convicted of a crime face probation. However, many people confuse probation with another program, parole. Here are the differences between...
Try to Avoid These Dangerous Types of Toys this Holiday Season
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. But unfortunately for children injured by the same toys intended to make them happy, it may just be one of the worst. Every year there are reports of toy-related injuries and sometimes even deaths. That’s why it’s more important than ever to be aware...
Top Four Things to Know About Assault Family Violence Cases
If you are charged with domestic violence (known as assault-family violence under Texas law), you may feel overwhelmed, particularly if this is your first brush with the legal system. Most first-time domestic violence cases filed in the Greater Houston area are charged as Class “A” misdemeanors punishable by up to 1...
Five Things to Know Before Being Pulled Over For DWI
If you live and Texas and aren’t a teetotaler, chances are at some point, you will be behind the wheel of a vehicle after having had a drink – or several. Contrary to DPS propaganda that would like you to believe that the law is as simple as “Drink, Drive, Go To...
What is an Accident Reconstruction Expert and When Do You Need One?
When someone is involved in a serious motor vehicle accident, they often suffer many damages: medical bills, lost wages, vehicle damage, pain, and suffering. Since there is so much at stake, it’s important that you put yourself in the absolute best position to be successful in winning your lawsuit should settlements fail....
What Happens if You Buy Alcohol for a Minor in Texas?
For many young people, turning 21 means being able to legally purchase alcohol for the first time. However, sometimes individuals do not wait until the age of 21 to buy it; sometimes they do so illegally. While it is illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to purchase alcohol in any...
Is a Garage a Habitation for Purposes of Burglary?
When you break into a habitation without permission from the owner and commit theft or attempt to commit theft, it is called burglary. Burglary is considered a second-degree felony in the state of Texas.
What is a ‘Habitation?’Under state law, a habitation is defined as...
How Are Online Solicitation Cases Defended in Texas
Online solicitation is a very serious offense in Texas. If you are charged with online solicitation you need to speak with an experienced and aggressive attorney immediately.
Under Texas law, online solicitation can be committed in several ways. First, a person who is 17 years of age or older...
How to get your prostitution case dismissed in Houston
Effective September 1, 2021, attempting to purchase sex has become a felony. This is an aggressive move by the Texas government and makes Texas the first state to make a first-time prostitution offense a felony. Specifically, a first-time prostitution offense has gone from being a Class “B” misdemeanor, punishable by...
