When prescribed medication becomes a part of your daily life, one may overlook that it is a powerful substance that requires careful handling. Many people do not realize the potential harm that can come from giving their medication to others. The legal penalties can...
Criminal Defense
How do you know if a plea agreement is the right move?
Many of our readers in Texas probably know that most criminal cases are resolved either through plea agreements or outright dismissal of charges. Although bench and jury trials occur frequently, it would be a huge burden on the criminal justice system if every single...
Defending yourself against wire and mail fraud charges
A charge of fraud can have serious ramifications; however, if the fraud allegations involve the crossing of state lines or spans beyond the state of Texas, it will be treated as a federal offense. Often, fraud charge will have wire and mail fraud charges added. In...
How might the lack of a “Miranda” warning figure into your case?
Our readers in Texas have probably seen enough TV shows and movies to be familiar with the whole “right to remain silent” spiel that fictional cops say to fictional bad guys when making an arrest. What some may not realize is that is, in fact, a reference to an...
How can you fight against healthcare fraud charges?
Federal and state prosecutors aggressively pursue healthcare fraud cases. If you’ve been accused of taking kickbacks or overcharging insurance companies or state or federal healthcare programs, then there’s a lot on the line. A conviction could lead to incarceration,...
Could I face criminal charges for making a false statement?
Being questioned by the police makes almost everyone nervous. Your anxiety in the situation could cause confusion over dates, times, places and other facts about which you are being questioned. This may lead you to make a false statement or provide misinformation to...
Accusations of workplace misconduct can lead to charges
Most businesses, nonprofits and government institutions in Texas have a lot of money flowing through them. This observation may strike a chord for residents of the greater Austin area because our city is the seat of the state government. It is important for employees...
Charges in federal court are a different ballgame
Both the State of Texas and the U.S. government can charge a Houston-area resident with crimes. The local U.S. District Court, the Southern District of Texas, decides federal criminal cases in our area. Likewise, often federal investigators take the lead when...
Has the ‘plain view’ doctrine been invoked in your drug case?
Anyone facing drug charges in the Houston area knows that Texas laws in this area can be quite harsh. There are serious consequences for even so-called low level drug charges and, of course, even more significant consequences for major felony charges. So, if you are...
Do burglars need to be in my home to qualify for the castle defense?
For Houston residents, especially those in higher crime-rate areas, the thought of encountering a burglar attempting to break into your home is horrifying. Yet, it raises questions about your self-defense legal rights. Specifically, the uncertainty arises regarding...