Road rage incidents have received a great deal of media attention over the course of the last few years. Depending on the individual circumstances of an incident, those involved could fear for their lives, ultimately prompting them to take action to defend themselves....
Criminal Defense
Pretrial diversion in Texas: Why it’s important
You may have heard about the criminal case involving Texas State Representative Poncho Nevárez, who was caught last September dropping an envelope with two grams of cocaine at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The third-degree felony possession charges...
Drunk driving accusations follow fiery Texas crash
Many different factors could ultimately result in a motor vehicle accident that is nothing more than an accident, as opposed to being caused by illegal activity. For example, an exhausted driver could be in a crash due to fatigue. However, police officers in Texas and...
Why should you have an attorney for a DWI charge?
In Texas, there are many different charges you could face if you drink and drive or are accused of doing so. Some include: Driving while intoxicated charges Felony DWI charges Vehicular assault or homicide Underage DWI (under 21) Something that many people don’t...
Understanding the Fifth Amendment
“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can be used against you in court.” It is the classic line you see whenever a cop arrests someone on TV or in the movies. Yet, you may not realize that you have the right to remain silent for more than just your...
Texas man faces gun, weapons charges following search
When people read a news article about an arrest, they often do not fully consider the details that may be -- and often are -- missing in the story. In many cases, it may be easy to assume that a person accused of a crime is guilty based simply on the fact that the...
Doctor shopping may lead to misdemeanor or felony charges
Modern medicine features dozens of options for controlling pain. Some prescription medications, like opioids oxycodone and fentanyl, are highly addictive. These drugs may also have significant value on the recreational drug market. For these reasons and others, many...
The use of mitigation evidence in Texas criminal cases
There is no doubt that some people make decisions that have negative consequences, some of which result in criminal charges. However, even people in Texas who make the exact same mistakes, leading to the exact same criminal charges, arrived at the same point in their...
DWI suspected in fatal Texas car accident
While a fender bender is a relatively minor situation, it can still be a stressful situation for those involved. Many people are unsure of what to do -- should they remove their vehicle from the lanes of traffic or leave their vehicles in the spot where the accident...
How many college students drink alcohol?
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...
