What Does It Take to Get a Criminal Case Dismissed?
In some cases, it may be possible to get a criminal case dismissed. This is one of the main reasons for working... Read More
What’s the Difference Between Murder and Manslaughter in Texas?
Taking the life of another person is one of the most serious crimes possible, and the penalties for committing such crimes are... Read More
Harris County Moves to Reform its Controversial Bail System
Harris County, the most populous place in Texas, has bowed to pressure to reform its bail practices and settle a federal lawsuit.... Read More
Should You Self Report a Known Corporate Crime?
Should you report a corporate crime that has occurred within your company or organization? Understand the reasons why businesses don’t report and... Read More
What is Evading Arrest or Detention in a Motor Vehicle in Texas?
Evading arrest or detention in a motor vehicle in Texas can be a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances of... Read More
Texas Prosecutors Are Dropping Marijuana Possession Charges over New Law
A new law in Texas is leading prosecutors to drop low-level marijuana possession charges, even though it has not legalized the drug.... Read More
Texas Tops the National Sex Trafficking Table
Initiatives intended to fight sex trafficking in Texas are high on the agenda of Governor Greg Abbott and the Office of the... Read More
Abbott Veto Means Children Can Still be Charged with Prostitution in Texas
Children in Texas cannot consent to sex, but they can still be charged with prostitution after state Governor Greg Abbott vetoed a... Read More
Deadly Attack on Transgender Woman in Dallas is Part of a Trend
Texas is no stranger to hate crimes that target minorities. In recent months, the Dallas community has been shocked by a series... Read More
Investigation Finds Asset Forfeiture is a Massive Problem in Texas
Asset forfeiture, the process in which police seize the goods of suspected criminals, is happening on a massive scale in Texas. Even... Read More