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Psilocybin mushrooms are still illegal in every city and state in America. However, now that the substance has been decriminalized in Denver, Colorado and Oakland, California, people are wondering why policies on hallucinogens are changing.Here is the general debate...

In recent years, the way we view illicit drugs has changed significantly. Prescription drugs, like Oxycontin, that were once thought to be safe are now having worse effects on the body than long-time illegal drug, marijuana.As the difference between illegal and legal...

Most of us don’t think about the consequences of our actions until they’re upon us. Worse yet, when we do, we might imagine that these penalties won’t be so bad.But this thinking can be really dangerous when it comes to drug charges in Texas. Here...

The goal of civil asset forfeiture is to deter people who help criminals. If law enforcement seizes property related to criminal activity, it could deter more crime from taking place. Unfortunately, it doesn't always work as planned. In 2017 alone, Texas law...

Perhaps you made a mistake when you were younger and now you have a criminal record following you, rearing its head every time you apply for a job or an apartment, or even volunteer. This can even happen without a conviction. You keep waiting for it to go away, but it...

There is a persistent myth surrounding domestic violence. The media has — falsely — claimed for many years that domestic violence peaks around the holidays. This is not supported by evidence and actually does further harm to the victims, as domestic...

Assault and battery are two legal terms that frequently are used together. Here in Texas, as opposed to many other states, the term "assault" covers both the threat of violence and the acts of it as well. In other words, what, across the state line in Louisiana, would...

When it comes to physical altercations, there is a lot of confusion among citizens in Texas regarding what criminal charges and penalties apply. Each situation is unique. However, the Texas Penal Code has clear rules regarding which charges individuals may face after...

The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported in September that the former stand-out quarterback (QB) for Texas Christian University (TCU) and the Seattle Seahawks got indicted for aggravated assault that caused serious bodily injury. Trevone Boykin, 24, was first arrested in...

A drug possession charge is a big deal, as a conviction is sure to alter your life both now and in the future. Depending on the severity of your crime, a conviction could result in a large fine, community service and/or prison time.While there is no surefire way of...