Many Texas residents carry firearms within their households and sometimes on their person. Texas laws on gun rights are more lenient and give people the right to carry their firearms in certain areas. Bill HB 1927 of Texas law no longer requires residents to have a license to carry (LTC) a handgun as of September…
A Texas domestic violence charge can significantly affect your life and restrict your freedoms. The Texas Penal Code Ann. §22.01 loosely defines assault as someone who intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another person, threatens another person with bodily harm, or applies physical contact with another person while knowing they will find it…
In the last decade, marijuana and its variants have become more commonly used by American citizens. While some states within America have legalized the commercial and medical possession of the drug, Texas laws continue to only allow low doses of THC for treating intractable epilepsy and other conditions under the Compassionate Use Program (CUP). For…
Technology continues to grow as a part of our society, and many find it challenging to disconnect from the internet, even for a few hours. Social media allows us to stay in touch with friends and family all across the world without having to travel hundreds of miles. Some people even use social media as…
The right to remain silent is a vital section of the Miranda Warnings that police officers say to individuals when they’re arrested. An officer will read your protected rights, and from that moment on, anything you say can and will be used against you. In that type of situation, you can feel overwhelmed with the…
When you’re placed on probation in Texas, you are offered the opportunity to serve your criminal offense sentence in the comfort of your home. As an alternative to imprisonment, probation allows you to continue to be a community member and is usually given to those as a less severe form of punishment. Those allowed to…
Fighting with a spouse or partner is common, but you may face severe life-changing consequences when charged with domestic violence. Not only will the sentence affect your reputation, but also your career and the relationships you have with friends and family. You may not realize how serious a domestic violence case is until it is…
When you’re caught possessing or selling illegal drugs in Texas, these charges carry severe punishments that can significantly affect your future upon a conviction. However, if you are caught with drugs near or in drug-free zones, the penalties may be enhanced. In the 1970s, Congress passed an early version of a law that increased penalties…
Texas State Law states that if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is over 0.08% while driving a motor vehicle, and you are stopped by a police officer, you will be charged with a DWI. A DWI stands for “driving while intoxicated” and comes with multiple levels of punishment. The consequences depend on how high your…
In Texas, the law states that the minimum drinking age is 21. While individuals over the age of 18 can serve alcohol at an establishment or restaurant, they cannot consume or purchase alcohol until they’re 21. When minors disregard the law and consume or purchase alcohol before they are legally qualified, they can suffer severe…
