Year: 2020

Even while dealing with criminal charges in Texas, you may wish to continue your college education. Utilizing the resources available to you, participating in educational courses can improve your life and increase your opportunities to live successfully after paying...

After an officer places you under arrest for a criminal charge, you will have to go to court for a plea hearing. During this court appearance, you will enter a plea. According to FindLaw, your plea is how you answer to the charges. You can plead not guilty, guilty, or...

You received a DUI recently while navigating Texas's roads. You consented to taking a breath test, but you want to fight against the resulting charge. Where should you start?  American Addiction Centers offers DUI defense strategies. Determine if you have a solid...

If law enforcement arrests you on suspicion of engaging in an illegal activity such as driving while intoxicated, this may be your first experience with the criminal justice system.  A conviction comes with harsh penalties and will have a detrimental effect on your...

Living on a college campus can offer students their first taste of freedom and what life is like as an adult, but it can also lead them to make questionable decisions regarding alcohol intake. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, one...

You may face criminal charges in Texas for the possession or sale of drug paraphernalia.  According to the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, marijuana paraphernalia is the drug-related item most often uncovered by authorities.  What types of...

One of the big steps a person must face after experiencing a criminal conviction is finding a new job. Solid employment may support a person's efforts to move forward in his or her life in a positive way. However, a person may feel concerned that a potential employer...

According to the Texas Tribune, Texas ranks among the top 15 states in the nation for fraud and identity theft. At least one law enforcement official believes that the theft of mail parcels or packages can lead to these other, more serious crimes. Until recently, your...

It may seem easy for many in Texas to express skepticism when one claims self-defense in response to a criminal accusation. This comes from the assumption that one should always be able to avoid a violent confrontation. However, that assumption conflicts with the...

A traffic stop may cause you anxiety, even if you are not doing anything wrong when authorities stop your vehicle. Your stress level may rise even further if the law enforcement officer who stops you asks if he or she may look around your car. So, it is important that...