Some college students can legally drink alcohol. When they engage in social events with younger friends, though, they often end up buying alcohol for those who are too young. Most people know that college has a reputation for this type of drinking culture, but have...
Waco Texas Legal Blog
Texas couple pleads guilty to embezzlement accusations
When people in Texas are charged with a crime, they face decisions that will likely impact the rest of their lives. Unfortunately, few people have the legal knowledge and experience to fully understand their options and the potential outcomes, prompting them to seek...
What is a chain of custody and how to contest it
Do you know what a chain of custody is? If you are picturing a set of prisoners in orange boiler suits, clanking along in a slow shuffle, bound together by the heavy chains shackled to their ankles, you’d be wrong. A chain of custody has to do with the evidence...
When can evidence be challenged?
If you’re facing criminal charges, you may worry what evidence law enforcement officials have collected against you. You may fear that you cannot challenge it during your trial. But the evidence gathered may meet the threshold of inadmissibility. If it does, you can...
What weapons are illegal in Texas?
Citizens in Texas are allowed to own some types of guns. Most common are rifles and shotguns, often used for hunting, and handguns. However, despite the legality of firearm ownership in the United States, not all weapon types are prohibited. So, where do you draw the...
The value of pretrial intervention programs in Texas
For many people, college is a time when learning is intermingled with experimentation and freedom. Unfortunately for some, this could potentially lead to legal trouble, and a criminal conviction can have significant negative consequences for a person’s future. As...
Here’s what to know about a grand jury investigation
When you’re accused of a crime and are going to court, you may be part of a grand jury investigation. The grand jury has to listen to the prosecution and defense. It is there to help make a decision on your case moving forward to trial, instead of leaving the decision...
Is showing someone a firearm disorderly conduct?
Gun laws can certainly get to be complex, and one reason is that the specific way in which an event takes place can determine how it is viewed by the law. For instance, you may have heard that you can get disorderly conduct charges for displaying a firearm. But what...
Social media post leads to gun charges against Texas man
Social media has a significant role in the lives of many people living in the United States and around the globe. Because of its prevalent use, many people may not fully appreciate the potential implications of some information that they post -- even if they do not...
You can tell police officers you don’t want to open the door
When the police arrive at your house, they may act rather aggressively, as if they are in control of the situation and you have to do what they say. This can make it hard to remember your rights and not simply go along with all of their instructions. For instance,...
