When you hear about someone stealing something, you probably think about pickpockets and shoplifters walking off with tangible items. However, “theft of services” is an equally real crime, even though the theft doesn’t involve any physical goods. Theft of services...
Texas has cracked down on catalytic converter theft
Catalytic converter thefts have become an increasingly popular way to make money for those not concerned with breaking the law. That’s why states across the country are taking action to try to curb this trend. This summer, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill into law...
Is mistaken identity a sound defense in criminal cases?
Facing criminal charges is never pleasant. However, it can be especially difficult for those who did not break the law. How can you prove your innocence if you've been charged with a crime you didn't commit? Don’t assume that modern technology is sophisticated enough...
Why Did The Police Make A Traffic Stop?
You’ve been arrested on allegations of driving under the influence. You know that you may have to pay serious fines, spend time behind bars and much more. You may even be worried about your future or your career opportunities. One thing that you’re wondering is why...
Is It Legal To Use Violence To Defend Yourself?
Thankfully, the chances of you being attacked at random are very rare -- but it does happen. So do fights in bars or clubs or conflicts with neighbors, and things can turn violent. Nobody really knows how they are going to respond to such a situation until it...
How Can You Defend Against Theft Charges?
Facing a theft charge can affect your life significantly. In Texas, anyone who unlawfully takes property with intent to deprive the owner commits a theft offense. Below are three defenses you might be able to use if you are charged with a theft crime: 1. Claim of...
What You Should Know About Texas’ Good Samaritan Overdose Law
If a person is using drugs with a friend who suffers what appears to be an overdose, should they still be arrested and charged with a drug-related crime even though police wouldn’t have found out about it if they hadn’t done the right thing and sought emergency help...
Ex-convicts Can Make Good Employees
There are a lot of stigmas surrounding ex-convicts. However, many former offenders come through the other side of their incarceration as better people. Some individuals only ended up in prison because of one bad judgment when they were younger. All of these people...
What Should You Know About Miranda Rights?
Miranda v. Arizona went before the United States Supreme Court and became one of its most important legal cases. This single case is why police officers read Miranda rights to anyone taken into police custody. You’ve probably heard these rights being read in movies...