Theft has a very broad definition. It can refer to the act of shoplifting goods, but it can also be used to describe fraud, pickpocketing, smash-and-grab and other similar offenses that involve depriving another person of their property. Because theft can refer to...
Going through the criminal process because your child is charged with a crime can be a terrible experience for Texas parents. When your child is convicted of a crime, they may be sent to a Texas Juvenile Justice Department secure facility. It is understandable to...
Many people in the greater Dallas area have considerable money saved in a 401(k) or other retirement plan. This is true even if a person otherwise has little other wealth aside from a family home. Similar to other assets, those contributions to a retirement plan that...
Crime is crime, no matter who does it, right? Maybe not say scientists. Juveniles have brains that are not fully developed. From ages five to 20 our brains are still growing. This means, according to neuroscientist B.J. Casey, that areas that control planning,...
Psychological health often gets taken for granted, but mental illness is a major component of life for around half of adults in the US. It can impact employment, physical health, and most prominently, intrapersonal relationships, particularly romantic partnerships....
Teenagers make mistakes–it’s a fact of life. Some kids have to learn lessons the hard way. Most parents would prefer that these mistakes don’t extend into legal trouble, but sometimes they do. If your child’s behavior has gotten them pickup by the police–or if you...
Noticing police lights in your rearview mirror can quickly put a damper on your mood. Encounters with law enforcement have the potential to be very stressful and unnerving. It can be difficult to remain calm even if you live your life by the letter of the law....
You only want what’s best for your child, so it may come as a shock when someone comes knocking on the door, accusing you of abuse. Make sure you know your rights, or you could risk losing your kids. Child Protective Services (CPS) of Texas performed over 171,000...
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