Criminal Law

A juvenile case can continue affecting your child after court ends, creating concerns about college, work, housing or professional licensing. Record sealing can limit access to qualifying records. Once sealed, they generally do not have to disclose the matter on...

Missing a criminal court date can feel overwhelming, especially if you realize the mistake after the hearing has passed. You may worry about being arrested, losing your bond or making your case worse. Although a missed date is serious, taking prompt, organized action...

Texas fraud charges often hinge on a single word: intent. Prosecutors must prove a defendant purposefully deceived others to gain an advantage. But what happens when an honest error occurs? The reasonableness standard Texas law requires that a mistake must be...

You've worked hard to rebuild your life. You apply for your dream job with confidence, only to watch the opportunity disappear when the employer discovers your previous drug charge. This same criminal record prevents you from securing housing and pursuing educational...

A first drug charge can feel overwhelming, especially when you are unsure what it means for your future. In Texas, dismissal is sometimes possible, but it follows specific rules and paths. Here’s what to know. Dismissal is possible in some first offense cases Texas...

The Lone Star State has strict drug laws. This means that a conviction for possession or trafficking goes way beyond fines and jail time, and it can impact a person’s life for years to come. Here are some of the potential legal consequences. Degrees of drug charges...

In Texas, Child Protective Services, or CPS, is tasked with investigating all complaints of possible child abuse or neglect that get reported to the agency. As part of the investigation, an employee of CPS will typically interview the parents or caregivers of the...

Texas still ranks as one of the nation’s toughest states when it comes to cannabis law, yet legislators keep nudging the line. The 2025 session brought a fresh batch of bills that, if enacted, would noticeably reshape the state’s medical program and rein in...

Sentencing in both federal and Texas courts involve more than just weighing the crime itself. Mitigating factors, which are circumstances that may reduce a defendant’s level of culpability, often play a decisive role in determining whether a punishment is scaled down....

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...