Boating is a wonderful activity to participate in on a beautiful day. However, it comes with its own set of responsibilities. This includes never operating the boat while intoxicated. In Texas, boating while intoxicated (BWI) is a Class B misdemeanor, which can result in up to three days in jail if convicted. As with DWI,…
How Do I Get My Probation Terminated Early?
After years of being under the thumb of the court and probation department, obtaining the help of a Houston criminal defense attorney to get your probation terminated early is an excellent option to consider. Getting your probation terminated early can be the first step to putting your brush with the law behind you and moving…
Texas’ New Prostitution Law
If you purchase sex in Texas, you will be facing significantly steeper consequences very soon. Texas is increasing punishments for customers of the “oldest profession in the world” beginning September 1 and will be the first state to make johns – the purchasers of sex – subject to felony prosecution. Currently, first-time purchasers of sex…
Why Would an Insurance Company Ask for Your Medical Records After an Accident?
When you have been involved in an accident, you may have suffered injuries that result in additional medical bills. You may receive a phone call from an insurance company with which you’re dealing. An insurance adjuster may ask you for your medical records in order to verify the type and severity of injuries that you…
Slip and Fall Accidents Can Lead to Serious Brain Injuries
When most of us think of a slip and fall accident, we often picture scrapes, cuts, and bruises. We imagine that a bag of ice and an elevated leg will cure the problem. But what many don’t realize is that slip and fall accidents can often cause injuries much more severe than can be tended…
Is Texas a No-Fault State for Car Accidents?
State laws vary regarding how insurance claims are filed after a car accident. Each state has adopted laws that require drivers to obtain car insurance policies. However, whether the state is a “fault” or “no-fault” state for car accidents determines whose insurance pays the claim. A Texas automobile accident attorney can help you better understand…
What Are a Defendant’s Rights During Questioning in Texas?
When someone is suspected of committing a crime, the Texas police have the right to conduct an investigation into his or her role in order to find out more about the alleged crime. However, it’s important to understand that even suspects have rights while in police custody. The best way to protect yourself during police…
What to Know About Blackmail in Texas
You may have heard mention of “blackmail” in the news or media. But what actually is it? In Texas, blackmail, commonly known as extortion, is a type of theft. However, blackmail is not the same thing as robbery, which requires an immediate fear of physical harm for the victim. But while blackmail and extortion are…
What to Know About Prescription Fraud in Texas
Prescription medications, such as painkillers, depressants, and stimulants help millions of people to live better lives each and every day. However, unfortunately, there are also people who don’t need them but abuse them; opioid addiction has become an epidemic. As a result, many people have turned to prescription fraud in order to get their hands…
Polygraphs and Criminal Defense
Most prosecutors and criminal defense attorneys are very familiar with polygraphs. Although polygraphs are generally not considered reliable enough to be admissible in court in Texas (as discussed below), they are still used outside of court during investigations or grand jury packets. Lie detector tests based on physiological changes date back to the late 1800s…
