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...
Houston Texas Criminal Defense Blog
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...
Can you use these defense strategies in your DWI case?
If you’re not careful in defending yourself, then DWI charges and a subsequent conviction can wreak havoc on your life. Sure, your license can be suspended, making it challenging to carry out your daily responsibilities and visit family and friends, but it can also...
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...
Defending against an accusation of mortgage fraud
With limited inventory and high interest rates, it can be difficult for potential homebuyers to find a property in the current market. If you are accused of mortgage fraud, which involves intentionally providing misleading or deceptive information during the mortgage...
Five ways to defend against domestic violence charges
A domestic dispute can quickly turn heated. And when it does, it can become physical, resulting in someone getting hurt. When that happens, you might find yourself on the receiving end of criminal allegations, which, if improperly handled, could have tremendous...
18 arrested, charged in pharmacy break-ins
A group of Houston residents, believed to be members of a gang in Houston’s Fifth Ward, were recently arrested and charged with a variety of drug-related crimes. The arrests were the outcome of a lengthy joint investigation involving the federal Drug Enforcement...
How do I talk to the police?
Interacting with the police is often unavoidable. And, when this happens, you might feel nervous, scared or confused. You may wonder how to avoid getting into trouble. Be polite and respectful It may seem obvious, but the most important tip is to be polite and...
Two Texas doctors facing healthcare fraud charges
Health care fraud in Texas comes with serious penalties, including lengthy prison sentences. This is scary, since given the complexities of the U.S. health care system, a simple mistake in any part of the process could lead to a fraud charge. Two Texas doctors were...