Being convicted of a crime in Houston is no laughing matter. Generally, crimes are classified as either felonies or misdemeanors. Felonies are the more serious of the two and are can result in prison time served in a state penitentiary, according to the Free...
Year: 2017
You can defend yourself against false allegations of drug use
You live in a wealthy area, and you have no need to be on drugs or to sell them. You know that not everyone is like you, though, which is why you didn't think twice about a friend riding in your vehicle with marijuana. You didn't think much about it then, but now...
State legislature to consider criminal justice reform
Texas residents who believe that sometimes the current criminal justice system does not always feel so just are not alone. A survey conducted on behalf of the Texas Smart-on-Crime Coalition shows strong support for some changes. Interestingly, many of the changes...
What are the penalties for DWI in TX?
In Texas, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is taken very seriously by law enforcement. Not only can drunk driving lead to serious physical injury or even death for yourself and others, it can also result in significant legal reprisal. Depending on the circumstances...
Synthetic drugs carry serious criminal penalties in Texas
Many young people purchase synthetic drugs because they believe that these substances, often sold in stores and online, are safer than traditional street drugs. Many people also mistakenly believe that these drugs are legal, when, in fact, they are not.Texas lawmakers...
What are the penalties for boating while intoxicated in Texas?
Driving a boat while intoxicated is a crime in Texas. According to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, the law about this is found within the Water Safety Act. You would be considered under the influence if you have a .08 or higher blood alcohol level. In...
What are the different types of identity theft?
As technology becomes more and more prevalent in people’s lives, crimes like identity theft have been on the rise in recent years. Identity theft is taken very seriously in Houston, and can sometimes lead to lengthy jail terms, exorbitant fines and other...
Defend your future against drug charges
When you face drug charges, you quite literally face a turning point where your life may go any number of directions -- and most of them are unfavorable. A drug conviction can make living a healthy, productive, safe life much more difficult.Whether you were wrongfully...
Theft charges in Texas
In the state of Texas, theft covers a broad spectrum of offenses. On a large scale, it includes the acquisition of another's property without that person's consent. However, the charge you may receive varies greatly depending on your specific offense. Here at...
Facts about capital punishment
Certain crimes are punishable by the strictest penalties in Texas and other states across the nation. The death penalty is the most severe punishment that can be meted out, and as a result it is relegated to only the most heinous crimes imaginable.According to the...







