Being charged with a crime related to the possession of child pornography is very serious. If convicted, you will experience long term effects on your life. Even the accusation of a child pornography-related crime can tarnish your reputation. If this …
Being a parent is one of the most wonderful things in the world, but the job also comes with a host of responsibilities and obligations. One such responsibility is that of providing for your child financially. Married parents that live …
Divorce is a confusing time for many of our clients. In addition to dealing with the emotional fallout of separation, many couples feel overwhelmed by the complexity of divorce laws in Texas. In this article, we highlight the key facts …
If you are considering or are in the process of a divorce, you may have questions and need an overview of Texas family law. Here, we’ll take a look at what you can expect from the court process, how lawyers help mediate the process, and what the specific Texas laws
There is a range of DWI punishments in Texas. 1st Offense: a Class B Misdemeanor, punishable by not less than 72 hours or more than 180 days in the county jail, and/or a fine not to exceed $2,000. 2nd Offense: a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable by not less than 30
There are numerous types of assault crimes in Texas. They range from Simple Assault, which is Class C misdemeanor, to Aggravated Assault, which is typically a Second Degree felony (although there are circumstances in which it could be charged as a First Degree Felony). Every type of Assault requires a
If you are charged with a crime, you will likely be on probation, or “community supervision” at some point. Living your life under strict rules isn’t easy, but if you violate probation, there are consequences. Community supervision (probation) is a double-edged punishment. A defendant can avoid confinement in either county
A dismissal or a “not guilty” of criminal charges does not automatically erase the criminal records for that charge. An arrest or criminal accusation creates various records throughout many agencies. The types of records created include police reports and arrest summaries, booking information and photos, county and district clerk filings, and
It’s true: your driver’s license will likely get suspended after you are charged with a DWI. An arrest for DWI in Texas usually leads to a criminal case. In most instances, the police officer also issues a “Notice of Suspension/Temporary Driving Permit.” This is generally because the person arrested refused
Theft in Texas is a serious charge. If you face an accusation of a theft crime in Texas, it’s helpful to understand the range of laws and punishments for theft crimes in Texas. If you need assistance with your Texas theft case, you should contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer
Sexual assault has been in the news recently. The recent arrests and prosecutions of powerful celebrities signals a shift in society’s attitudes towards sexual assault. However, sexual assault in Texas is fairly complicated and warrants close attention so that those accused know what the state must prove to convict them.
Being charged with a crime related to the possession of child pornography is very serious. If convicted, you will experience long term effects on your life. Even the accusation of a child pornography-related crime can tarnish your reputation. If this is the case, it is important to understand child pornography
