For numerous convictions in Texas, particularly serious ones, the potential punishment is a lengthy jail term. Criminal cases are rarely straightforward and there are often mitigating circumstances. In some scenarios, the wrong person can even be charged and...
Criminal Defense
When can the police enter a home without permission?
On Behalf of Russell D. Hunt, Sr., Attorney at Law | Mar 8, 2023 | Criminal Defense
One important thing to remember is that you usually have to give the police permission to enter your home. Simply being a member of the police force does not grant them that right. You can still have a right to privacy within your house and they need to get your...
4 conditions of a pretrial intervention program
On Behalf of Russell D. Hunt, Sr., Attorney at Law | Feb 25, 2023 | Criminal Defense
After someone commits a first-time DWI offense, they can apply and get approval for a pretrial intervention program. Per Texas Government Code Gov’t Section 76.011, a person taking part in a pretrial intervention program is under supervision for two years or less. In...
Why police may not need a warrant to search your vehicle
On Behalf of Russell D. Hunt, Sr., Attorney at Law | Jan 27, 2023 | Criminal Defense
If you’re pulled over for an alleged traffic violation and then police officers start shining their flashlight around the interior of your car, open the back doors or trunk and start looking around, you’re likely anxious and maybe a bit angry – even if you’re sure...
Can you be charged with perjury for saying, “I don’t recall?”
On Behalf of Russell D. Hunt, Sr., Attorney at Law | Jan 10, 2023 | Criminal Defense
Any time you provide testimony in a criminal case (yours or someone else’s) under oath, whether it’s verbally or in writing, you’re required to tell the truth. If you don’t, you could potentially face perjury charges. When people are being questioned about a friend’s...
2 times simply possessing a gun could lead to your arrest
On Behalf of Russell D. Hunt, Sr., Attorney at Law | Dec 30, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Texas has relatively favorable firearm laws for those who possess firearms for personal protection, work or sport. However, there are still limitations on firearm ownership and situations in which simply possessing an otherwise lawful firearm could lead to someone's...
What exactly are wire and mail fraud, and do they differ?
On Behalf of Russell D. Hunt, Sr., Attorney at Law | Dec 16, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Most people have heard of wire fraud and mail fraud, but they really aren’t sure what they involve. If you’re being investigated for one of these federal crimes or have already been arrested, it’s crucial to know what they involve. Sometimes, people who are suspected...
Did you experience a Miranda violation in police custody?
On Behalf of Russell D. Hunt, Sr., Attorney at Law | Dec 9, 2022 | Criminal Defense
Many people who get arrested did not expect a negative encounter with law enforcement. People may not even realize why officers believe that they have violated the law initially until after questioning by the police clarifies the situation. Unfortunately, questioning...
Texas public servants face higher penalties for embezzlement
On Behalf of Russell D. Hunt, Sr., Attorney at Law | Nov 1, 2022 | Criminal Defense
It's said that justice is blind – but is that really true? We can all cite examples of wealthy, well-connected individuals getting a slap on the wrist for the same crimes that others are serving hard time. That principle can also be flipped, as those holding public...
When mitigation matters most
On Behalf of Russell D. Hunt, Sr., Attorney at Law | Oct 20, 2022 | Criminal Defense
For those defendants who are facing decades-long sentences, life sentences and the ultimate punishment handed down by the courts, mitigation can be the difference between ever living or even dying as a free person. If your life or lifetime hangs in the balance, you...
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