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...
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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...
3 circumstances when it is unlawful to be in possession of a firearm in Texas
Texas is one of the most pro-gun states in the U.S. However, this does not mean that every Texan can be in possession of a firearm. The state’s Penal Code imposes certain restrictions when it comes to weapon ownership and possession, especially in public places. ...
That eyewitness sounds confident, but you know they’re wrong
You’re arrested on serious criminal charges, though you maintain your innocence. An eyewitness comes forward and says that they saw you do it. You know that this is going to drastically impact your case, but you also know that the eyewitness is wrong. They seem...
Where are you subject to knife restrictions in Texas?
People carry knives for all kinds of reasons in Texas. Maybe you work with drywall, or you enjoy fishing. Whether you use knives for hobbies, sports or employment reasons, following all of the applicable Texas laws about knives is of the utmost importance. Texas has...
How the drug courts can help people overcome their addictions
Substance abuse or addiction is an underlying factor in many criminal proceedings, especially those related to drugs. By criminalizing chemical dependence, the government has turned many people who otherwise do not break the law into criminals. The Texas drug courts...
Are bump stocks illegal?
A bump stock is a device that can be attached to a semi-automatic weapon to make it fire very quickly. Essentially, it allows the user to hold the trigger down and uses the gun’s own recoil to move the weapon itself forward and backward, firing a round each time it...
What penalties do repeat DWI offenders face in Texas?
Poor choices may result in any Texas motorist facing driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges at least once. Most individuals don't make the same mistake twice, though. You may want to know what penalties you can face should a judge or jury convict you on DWI charges....
What you need to know if you’re facing RICO charges here in Texas
Lawmakers signed the Racketeer Influenced and Corruptions (RICO) Act into law in 1970, at the height of organized crime activities here in the United States. Federal prosecutors have gone on to prosecute many individuals for this crime since then. The penalties that...
