The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) defines credit card fraud as using someone else’s card without their authorization to obtain goods or property. It covers the use of credit cards and debit cards. It is something they spend a lot of time and resources trying...
Waco Texas Legal Blog
There’s a special court for alcoholics facing a DWI in Texas
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a common criminal offense in Texas. Drunk drivers can cause horrifying and fatal crashes, so the state is aggressive in its prosecution of them. Although most DWIs are victimless crimes, those accused of impaired driving may have to...
Embezzlement and aggravating factors in Texas
Embezzlement is generally considered a “white collar” crime because it usually involves people in a position of trust who have access to money flowing through a business. Sometimes, embezzlement is a crime of opportunity. The temptation can be overwhelming to take a...
White collar defense cases require careful handling
Because a white collar crime is a non-violent crime, these kinds of crimes are often thought of as less serious than others. The fact is, however, that some of these crimes can lead to millions of dollars of losses for the victims. That has to be considered when...
You’re facing a grand jury: What does that mean?
If you’re suspected of a felony, particularly in a white collar criminal investigation, it’s very possible that you may eventually find yourself facing grand jury proceedings. Understanding what that means is an important step in your own defense. Grand juries do not...
3 ways college students have extra risk when facing charges
Getting caught by the police when doing something against the law means facing arrest, spending a night in jail and dealing with a criminal charge. Anyone accused of a crime, whether due to improper analysis of circumstances or mistaken identity, could face...
What does “reasonable suspicion” have to do with drunk driving cases?
Part of a police officer's job when they're out on patrol is to watch what’s going on with other motorists so they can spot signs of trouble, including indications of impaired driving. If they have reasonable suspicion that a driver they see is impaired, they will...
Why drug courts can be a better choice than criminal courts
People break the law for all kinds of reasons. They might commit a crime due to an addiction or desperate financial circumstances. Sometimes, a momentary lapse in judgment can affect someone's life forever. The criminal justice system aims to protect the public and...
3 ways that you could challenge evidence in a criminal trial
Every criminal case has different evidence that helps the state connect the person they accuse with the alleged crime. Sometimes there are witnesses who help build a case for state prosecutors. Other times, the strategy for the state will focus more on physical...
Plea bargain points you should consider before you accept a deal
A person who’s facing criminal charges has to determine how they will handle their defense. Most will plead not guilty when they’re initially charged. This gives them a chance to consult with their attorney and learn the options they have. For some people, one of...
