In Texas, when a driver is stopped by law enforcement as part of an investigation to determine if they are intoxicated, the testing procedures are a fundamental part of the case. That includes breathalyzers and blood tests. A driver who registers above 0.08% blood...
Before prosecutors can obtain a conviction, state law often requires that they prove the defendant’s intent. For example, in an embezzlement case, prosecutors must prove that the defendant intended to convert the assets in question for their own personal use. Showing...
While your past likely contributes to the person you are today, you should not be defined by your past. This especially rings true with past criminal charges or arrests. These incidents should not define you; however, a criminal record that follows you forever can...
If a Texas police officer arrests you under suspicion of criminal activity, they will likely want to ask you as many questions as possible to find out as much as they can about what happened in hopes that you will confess to a crime. However, answering those questions...
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...
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,...
It is surprisingly easy to wind up accused of DWI. Many people do not realize that their blood alcohol content is well over the 0.08% legal limit because, physically, they feel fine. Furthermore, many people might not realize that Texas authorities can file DWI...
Being stopped by the police is often a confusing and scary experience and being arrested is usually even worse. Police need reasonable suspicion to stop you and probable cause to arrest you. This means they must have reason to believe that a crime was committed, is...
