Gun laws regarding ownership and possession may be relaxing in Texas, but make no mistake, gun-related violent crimes are still severely punished. Gun-related violent crimes are punished as felonies in Texas. A conviction is life-altering and will likely result in a prison sentence and substantial … [Read more...] about Gun-Related Crimes in Texas Are Felonies
Driving Under the Influence Testing In Sugar Land Texas
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Sugar Land, Texas can cause you a lot of trouble. Testing is a way for police to gather evidence. Even if you’ve never had a drink of alcohol in your life, you’re most likely familiar with the term “breath test” for determining the level of alcohol in a person’s … [Read more...] about Driving Under the Influence Testing In Sugar Land Texas
Self Defense Shooting in Texas – What to Know
In Texas, individuals are allowed to use deadly force to defend themselves, their property, or another person or their property under very specific situations. Deadly force means force intended or known by the actor to cause or in its reasonable intended use, can cause death or serious bodily … [Read more...] about Self Defense Shooting in Texas – What to Know
Texas’s Constitutional Carry Law
On September 1, 2021, Texas’s constitutional carry law went into effect. The term “constitutional carry” refers to the rights under the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution to carry a handgun without needing a license or permit. However, before you walk out of your home with your handgun, … [Read more...] about Texas’s Constitutional Carry Law
New Texas Law Targets Soliciting Prostitution
When Texas passed H.B. 1540 on September 1, 2021, it became the first state in America to make solicitation of prostitution a felony. Traditionally, Texas law enforcement’s focus on prostitution has been on the sellers, but these new penalties show a change to equally target buyers of sex. Texas … [Read more...] about New Texas Law Targets Soliciting Prostitution
Accused of Kidnapping your Child
In Sugar Land, it is a crime for a parent, relative, or other loved one to take, hide, or keep a child from the other parent or person that has rights to the child. Most accusations of kidnapping a loved one are from the other parent of the child. This crime often happens during contentious custody … [Read more...] about Accused of Kidnapping your Child
Can I Seal or Clear My Past Criminal History?
Getting arrested or convicted of a crime in Texas is a mistake that can follow you long past you have served your prison sentence or paid your fine. It will become part of your criminal record and can affect your professional advancement, housing, educational opportunities, credit score, and … [Read more...] about Can I Seal or Clear My Past Criminal History?
Defense Against Reckless and/or Aggressive Driving Charges
If you were charged with reckless driving in Texas, it is critical reaching out to an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. The consequences of a reckless driving conviction are serious, and it is important to fight back against the charges aggressively. What is Reckless … [Read more...] about Defense Against Reckless and/or Aggressive Driving Charges
Breath Test Versus Blood Test in DUI Cases
In Texas, driving is considered a privilege, not a right. Under the state’s implied consent laws, you consent to take a blood or breath DUI test if a police officer has probable cause that you operated a vehicle while intoxicated. The arresting officer has the discretion to decide whether a breath … [Read more...] about Breath Test Versus Blood Test in DUI Cases
What if a Witness Refuses to Testify in My Assault Case?
Witness testimony is often an essential piece of evidence in assault cases. This is especially true when the witness is the victim of the alleged offense. A witness who refuses to testify in a Fort Bend County assault case can significantly impact the outcome. Can A Witnessed Be Forced to Testify … [Read more...] about What if a Witness Refuses to Testify in My Assault Case?