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...
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4 Defenses against drug charges
Charges for drug possession in Texas are no slap on the wrist. In fact, even marijuana users could face jail time for any amount of the substance. However, there are several ways an attorney can help defend your case to get you the best outcome possible. Here are just...
Will marijuana legalization play a part in the 2020 election?
In past presidential elections, social issues, such as abortion and gay rights, have divided political parties. However, 2020's presidential candidates seem to be in some degree of agreement over the once-polarizing issue of marijuana legalization. The right to choose...
Common reasons for a dismissal of your criminal case
If you face criminal charges, you may wonder whether the charges can be dropped. Many people who have been charged with a crime never go to trial for a variety of reasons: The charges could be dismissed, or a plea deal could be reached. Some of the main reasons your...
The way we consider illicit drugs is changing
Within a relatively short period of time, this country's attitude toward certain drugs has changed a lot. Some doctors are now prescribing drugs that used to be illegal, while others are discouraging prescriptions that were once commonplace. Here are just a few...
5 Things that could skew a breathalyzer test
Breathalyzers may be incorrect up to 50 percent of the time when compared with the results of an actual blood test, according to the National Motorists Association. Considering that breathalyzers are the main indication police officers use to make a DUI arrest, this...
Florida doctor accused of fatal hit-and-run
A man walking home from work one night in Vero Beach, Florida was struck and hit by a doctor on her way home from the office. Unfortunately, the details of what happened that night needed to be sifted through by a jury who ultimately found the doctor guilty for not...
The problems with civil asset forfeiture
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...
Opioid addiction in connection to incarceration
Following surgical procedures or in an effort to ease chronic pain, opioid medications such as oxycodone, hydrocodone and morphine are often prescribed. Though these prescription narcotics tend to help with pain relief, they are known to be highly addictive. For some,...
Can you have your criminal record cleared in Texas?
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...







