Author: Mick Mickelsen
Criminal Defense Attorney Mick Mickelsen discusses the latest stats and figures when it comes to states with the highest and lowest amount of criminal activity, including information on where Texas ranks among the states. Which States Have the Most Crime? Thinking about moving? Before you put down new roots, it’s a good idea to check…
The right to remain silent is something most people are familiar with, regardless of whether they’ve ever had an encounter with the police. The right might seem quite straightforward, but it can be a lot more complicated than you might realize. If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges and were not advised…
Not every convicted sex offender has to comply with the public registry for life. Here’s how a sex offender in Texas can apply for deregistration. Anyone who is convicted of a sex crime in Texas may be required to register as a sex offender. Examples of such sex crimes include sexual assault, prohibited sexual conduct,…
Embezzlement is a serious crime that can impact the rest of your life. Learn about embezzlement charges and the key defenses used by Dallas white-collar crime lawyers. Embezzlement is a type of theft that costs businesses in the United States more than $50 billion annually. These are crimes that typically involve trusted employees who have…
Illegally seeking additional prescriptions for pain medication is considered doctor shopping and it’s a serious crime in Texas. Here’s what you need to know. Prescription drug abuse and misuse are viewed as a major issue for the entire country. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, more than 15 million people use…
According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, it’s estimated that 14 out of every 1,000 people over the age of 18 are victims of stalking crimes every year. In addition to physical stalking and harassment, cyberstalking has become more prevalent, resulting in lawmakers taking a closer look at how to better protect innocent citizens from…
Accusations of fraud are a serious matter. Most people recognize fraud as a group of crimes committed with the intent to deceive, often associating the term with high profile white-collar crimes. Unfortunately, fraud is more prevalent than you may realize. If you are facing fraud charges in Texas, it is in your best interest to…
TX Criminal Lawyers of Broden & Mickelsen, LLP Discuss how statutory rape is a felony offense that’s often hard to defend. Learn more about what the statutory rape laws mean in the state of Texas. Biology tells us that as humans, the centers of logic and decision making in our brains are not fully developed…
Recent headlines are filled with news stories about high-profile white-collar crimes, and it’s a fairly safe assumption to say that most people today have at least a basic understanding of the nature of these types of crimes. What many people don’t understand is that the scope of crimes under this category is much larger than…
If you have received a subpoena, it’s normal to have a lot of questions. You might even feel nervous or upset. After all, it can be frightening to receive an official document from the justice system that has your name on it. Are you in trouble? Will you go to jail over this? First, it’s…