Being falsely accused of domestic violence can be devastating, affecting not only personal relationships but also one’s professional reputation and freedom. Understanding your rights and taking immediate action is crucial. Here’s what you should do if you find yourself facing false allegations of domestic violence. Overview of Domestic Violence Charges in Texas In Texas, domestic…
When Can You Use Force to Protect Another Person in Texas?
Understanding Defense of Others Under Texas Law Texas law recognizes that individuals have the right to use force, including deadly force, to protect another person under certain circumstances. This principle, known as defense of a third person, is outlined in Texas Penal Code § 9.33. However, the right to intervene is not unlimited, and using…
U-Visa Fraud: How False Accusations Impact Criminal Defense in Houston
The U-Visa was created to protect victims of crime while encouraging them to cooperate with law enforcement. However, in many cases, false accusations are made to exploit the system and obtain immigration benefits. As a criminal defense attorney, it is crucial to recognize when a U-Visa is a motive for fabricating a criminal allegation and…
How Possession is Proved in Drug Cases
In Texas, drug possession charges can carry severe consequences, but proving possession is not always straightforward. Many people assume that possession means ownership, but that is not the case under the law. Prosecutors must prove that a defendant had actual or constructive possession of a controlled substance and knew of its presence. Understanding these legal…
The Impact of a Criminal Record on Employment in Houston and How Expunction Can Help
Many people mistakenly believe that if their case was dismissed, it will automatically disappear from their record over time. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. In Texas, dismissed charges, arrests, and even certain convictions remain on your criminal record forever—unless you take legal action to remove them. For job seekers in Houston, having any type of…
Can You Get a Breath Test Thrown Out After a DWI Arrest in Houston?
If you were arrested for DWI in Houston, the breath test results play a significant role in the prosecution’s case against you. However, breath tests are not always accurate, and in some cases, the results can be challenged and suppressed—meaning they cannot be used against you in court. Understanding the legal grounds for suppressing a…
Defending Assault-Family Violence Strangulation Cases in Houston
Domestic violence allegations are serious, but when strangulation is involved, the stakes are even higher. In Texas, Assault-Family Violence (also known as domestic violence) is typically a Class A misdemeanor, but if strangulation is alleged, it is elevated to a third-degree felony, punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison and up to a $10,000…
Sudden Passion in Texas Murder Cases: What You Need to Know
When facing a murder charge in Texas, the stakes couldn’t be higher. However, not all homicides are treated equally under the law. In some cases, a legal concept known as sudden passion can significantly reduce the potential punishment after a murder conviction. But what exactly is sudden passion, when does it apply, and what impact…
What to Do if The Police Contact You About a Prostitution Case
What to do if the police contact you about a prostitution case? Prostitution is illegal in Texas and can be punished harshly. Law enforcement in the Houston area regularly conduct prostitution stings to arrest the buyers and sellers of sex. Most people who are arrested and charged with prostitution are arrested after a police sting…
How Do I Choose a Drug Possession Attorney in Houston?
In Texas, drug possession charges can be very serious. The possession of any amount of many substances (even the possession some forms of THC products) is charged as a felony with the potential for prison time, fines and a permanent criminal record. Choosing the right attorney is a very important – though overwhelming – decision….
