Money laundering is a process in which a person tries to make money gained through criminal activities appear to come from a legitimate source. In other words, the person “launders” so-called dirty money to make it look clean. Common forms of money laundering A...
Houston Texas Criminal Defense Blog
Man charged with aggravated assault for throwing a beer
Many of our readers in the Houston area were probably elated when the Astros won the World Series recently. But, when the Astros and their supporters participated in a victory parade through Houston shortly after their win, one fan allegedly took his celebrations...
Former deputy in Houston faces bribery and theft charges
While all criminal acts are treated seriously in Texas, some crimes result in much harsher punishment. Many theft crimes result in misdemeanor charges. However, when the amount taken or value of the item stolen is significant, this could result in felony charges....
Six ways the police might try to get you to confess
It’s never comfortable interacting with the police, even when you’re completely innocent of whatever crime they’re interviewing you about. As a result, many people who talk to the police end up talking themselves into trouble. They might be tripped up on their story...
A tragic traffic accident can lead to felony charges
The vast majority of Houston residents would not think of trying to cause an accident while they are behind the wheel. The scary thing is that even if a person intended no harm, they can still face a serious felony charge after a fatal accident. Like many other...
Medical providers can face various criminal charges
Doctors and other medical providers play an important role in the greater Houston community. They provide what many see as an essential service since they make sure that Houston’s citizens stay healthy enough to do their work and enjoy their lives. Of course, it also...
Wire fraud: An extraordinarily broad category of criminal charges
Wire fraud is a type of financial crime that involves using electronic communication to deceive someone in the hope of gaining profit. The category is extremely broad, as this type of communication can include telephone, fax machines or the Internet. For that matter,...
Marijuana recreational use is illegal in Texas
Texas has loosened the severity of some marijuana laws, especially hemp. But its recreational use is still illegal. This has caused confusion and possibly inconsistent enforcement. Law in Flux Beginning in 1931 and continuing to the present, individuals in Texas can...
Understanding intoxication assault vs. intoxication manslaughter
Texas is serious about pursuing and prosecuting drivers who are accused of alcohol or drug-related violations behind the wheel. There is a planned enforcement blitz coinciding with the end of summer and Labor Day celebrations. Being charged with driving while...
Factors to consider when choosing your criminal defense attorney
If you’ve been charged with a criminal offense, your freedom and your future hang in the balance. With so much at stake, at you need to present the strongest criminal defense possible. Anything less than that can leave you at risk of imprisonment and the long-term...