There are reports lately of people being cited and released by the Houston Police Department and other agencies for prostitution. Historically, if you were arrested for prostitution as a result of a sting you would be arrested and processed immediately. This meant that you would be taken to jail and appear before a magistrate who…
Category: Criminal Defense
Prostitution Stings Are On The Rise In the Houston Area
In the last several months, the Houston police department and other agencies have stepped up efforts to arrest prostitutes, johns, and pimps in multiple stings in the area. In February the Fort Bend County District Attorney’s Office announced that three sting operations in the Houston area had resulted in the arrest of 41 alleged perpetrators….
Doctor Shopping vs. Pharmacy Shopping: What to Know
Prescription medications can be extremely helpful for treating or managing a wide variety of illnesses and diseases. However, when someone attempts to obtain medication illegally or tries to use multiple pharmacies when filling their prescriptions, it can get them in serious trouble. What is Doctor Shopping? Doctor-shopping occurs when a patient is treated by multiple…
Can You Be Charged with a DWI for Sleeping While Drunk in Your Vehicle
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 in trouble. It’s…
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 probation and parole. …
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 state, the laws…
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 “a structure or vehicle that is adapted for the…
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 commits the offense by communicating through…
What is Considered Stalking in Texas?
Healthy relationships should be positive and mutually beneficial. However, not all relationships are healthy; sometimes they may even result in domestic violence. The actions of one party may even become threatening, offensive, or provocative. Stalking, which can be a type of domestic violence, includes harassing contact that would make a reasonable person believe that you…
Can the Police Legally Lie to You?
For many people, the police represent the pillars of any peaceful community. That’s why many people assume that a police officer must always tell the truth when asked a question. However, this assumption isn’t correct. In fact, Texas police officers may disguise their identities when they are investigating a potential crime. Aside from their identities,…
