The state government in Texas has many rules that help protect your right to own a firearm as a citizen of the United States. However, the state still arrests and prosecutes people for firearm offenses when they violate certain state or federal rules. Many people...
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Is the evidence against you admissible in court?
A lot is at stake if you have been charged with a serious criminal offense, including your freedom. That’s why it pays to carefully examine all aspects of your case, including the admissibility of evidence against you. Challenging the admissibility of the evidence...
Does Texas restrict the kinds of ammunition you can own?
You may know about some of the gun laws in Texas, but do you know that there are ammunition ones as well? Ammo laws may restrict the kinds and how much ammunition you can purchase, for example. The good news for gun owners is that there are no strict regulations on...
What’s the difference between probation and parole?
Someone facing criminal charges will likely wonder what penalties they’re facing. These might include incarceration, fines, community corrections, special court programs or community service. It’s important that a person understands what the possibilities in their...
How do you challenge a Breathalyzer test’s results?
If you are stopped by the police and end up facing allegations of drunk driving, it’s important that you have the option and chance to defend yourself. At the time of an arrest, it’s vital that you do not say or do anything that could hurt your case. That way, you’ll...
Catalytic converter theft sparks violent response from Texas man
If you listen to the news, you know about the surge of catalytic converter thefts in America. For those who do not know, catalytic converters contain several precious metals worth a lot when sold as scrap. Unfortunately, the value of these auto parts makes them...
What is restitution, and why do judges impose it?
You're likely aware that judges generally impose imprisonment, probation, fines and fees when sentencing a defendant for a white collar criminal offense. What you might not know is that the court typically also imposes restitution. What's the purpose of imposing...
What are the collateral consequences of a criminal conviction?
The immediate consequences of a conviction are what often worry a defendant most about facing charges or taking their case to trial. The consequences associated with a criminal conviction don't stop there, though. There are collateral consequences of being convicted...
What do the new state gun laws mean for Texans?
Texas has some of the least stringent gun laws in the country. Now state lawmakers and the governor have taken steps to make them even less so. Last month, Gov. Greg Abbott signed seven separate bills into law that he asserts will further protect Texans’ Second...
3 issues that could affect the evidence for your criminal case
If you have criminal charges pending against you, then the chances are good that police officers or investigators have already gathered evidence of the alleged offense. One of the most important parts of planning your criminal defense strategy involves reviewing the...
