Doing What Is Right For You
If you were recently arrested, you may be wondering what charges you are facing and how serious they are. Generally, felony charges are reserved for the most serious crimes and will therefore lead to the most serious consequences if you are convicted. Misdemeanor...
Texas statutes outline the potential penalties for specific criminal charges, but these are not always set in stone. Based on the defendant’s criminal history and the details of the purported crime, mitigating and aggravating factors could be used to alter a sentence....
In theory, child custody orders in Texas are meant to be permanent. However, it is rare that child custody orders stay in place with no changes until children turn 18. This is because life is naturally unpredictable. Events or situations may arise that require a...
If you are in the process of separating from your child’s other parent, you may find yourself disagreeing about who gets the kids and when. The most important thing to remember is that your child’s wellbeing should always be your main priority throughout the process....
When you are facing a felony charge, you are probably concerned with the most immediate consequences, such as fines, prison time or probation. This is understandable. However, sometimes this can cause you to quickly accept a plea deal to resolve the matter. But you...
If your marriage is on the rocks, then divorce might’ve crossed your mind. But a lot of people who are in similar circumstances struggle with deciding whether marriage dissolution is right for them. After all, they oftentimes have preconceived notions about what the...
Establishing paternity of a child in Texas is required before a custody order can be put in place. Paternity legally designates someone as a child’s father. If you are a child’s father and you are seeking custody rights, you must first establish paternity. If you are...
To attain a conviction, prosecutors must prove a defendant’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The best way for law enforcement to meet this standard is to first collect evidence, and this means obtaining a search warrant for the suspected person’s home, office,...
Texas is a community property state, meaning that marital assets should be equally divided. But that isn’t how property division always plays out in Texas divorces. This is because many couples negotiate a resolution that they feel supports their best interests. While...
When you’re accused of a crime, one of your first steps should be assessing the prosecution’s evidence. Once you do so, you might feel like the prosecution has you backed into a corner. But don’t be so quick to give up on your criminal defense. Depending on the facts...
