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embezzlement vs theft

Embezzlement vs Theft: The Differences, Explained

Do you know the difference between embezzlement vs theft?  If you’ve been charged with embezzlement or theft in Texas, it’s vital to understand the specifics of […]
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Can I Get My Criminal Record Expunged?

If you’ve committed a crime and received a conviction, you may experience difficulty doing things most people take for granted. Critical aspects of life such as getting a […]
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9 Reasons To Speak With a Domestic Violence Lawyer

Domestic violence is a very serious charge, and it can haunt somebody for the rest of their lives. If you were accused of domestic violence, or […]
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What Is a Nondisclosure Order and How Do I Get One?

Did you know that if you want to be a tow truck operator in Texas, you can’t have any former charges with alcohol, assault, homicide, or […]
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9 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Domestic Violence Attorney

Are you facing domestic violence charges? You should hire a domestic violence attorney, but you need to carefully consider who to hire. Before you choose an […]
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Aggravated Assault Lawyer

7 Signs You Need to Hire a Aggravated Assault Lawyer

Being charged with a criminal offense is scary. But what’s even scarier is going to court without an attorney. 80 to 90 percent of defendants have no […]
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what happens when you get a second DUI

What Happens When You Get a Second DUI?

Everyone makes mistakes, but some mistakes we make put our futures in jeopardy more than others. This is certainly the case with drinking and driving, as […]
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domestic violence laws in texas

An Introductory Guide to Domestic Violence Laws in Texas

Thirty-five percent of both men and women in Texas have been the victims of domestic violence. In fact, Texas ranks tenth in the nation for domestic […]
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Assault of a family member

Assault Answers: How to Deal With the Assault of a Family Member

An assault is a severe violation against another human being. It’s a terrible experience and hopefully, most of us will never be assaulted in our lifetimes. […]
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types of fraud

5 Types of Fraud and What to Do If Charged

Have you been accused of fraud, or implicated in fraudulent activity? Regardless of innocence or guilt, an accusation of fraud can have serious implications. At the […]
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shoplifting attorney

Caught Shoplifting? Here’s How a Shoplifting Attorney Can Help You Fight the Charge

People make mistakes. Maybe you were down on your luck, made a poor choice because you were desperately in need of something, and got caught shoplifting. […]
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drug charges in Texas

9 Things to Know About Drug Charges in Texas

You have a medical card back home, and you didn’t even consider whether your medical cannabis was legal in Texas. Then, the cops pulled you over. […]
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marijuana attorney

Have You Been Caught With Marijuana in Houston? Here’s How a Marijuana Attorney Can Help

We’re living in times of unprecedented reform around drug laws across the country. Several states have just legalized marijuana, and more cities and states are choosing […]
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miranda rights

Your Legal Case for Forgotten Miranda Rights

We all know those Miranda warnings from TV shows when cops put handcuffs on the suspect and lead him away. If you watch “Law & Order,” you […]
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how to choose a lawyer

How to Choose a Lawyer that’s Best for You

With over 1,338,678 lawyers in the country, you might feel like it’s a tough task to find the one lawyer you need. Thankfully, there’s an easy way […]
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suspended license

What to Do if You’re Caught Driving With a Suspended License in Texas

Are you one of the 2.3 million people in Texas with a suspended license? If so and you continue to drive, you’re putting yourself at risk […]
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gambling

Your Guide to the Federal Gambling Laws

Gambling is big money in the United States. The industry employs more than 730,000 people and contributes about 137.5 billion dollars per year. Estimates are that […]
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getting a crime expunged

Getting a Crime Expunged in Texas: What You Need to Do

1.7 million workers who cost the economy $78 billion couldn’t find a job in 2014. Why? Because they carry one or more criminal convictions on their […]
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shoplifting

How to Fight a Texas Shoplifting Charge

The Texas Crime Report for 2018 shows 5,319 juvenile arrests and 58,426 adult arrests for larceny-theft, not including cars. In Texas, theft and larceny are the […]
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DWI/DUI lawyer

5 Documents to Show Your DWI/DUI Lawyer

In the United States, there are more than one million people arrested every year for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If convicted, those […]
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aggravated assault

What Is Aggravated Assault and What Are the Penalties in TX?

In 2018, there were 807,410 aggravated assaults reported to police in the US, and 73,656 of them were in the state of Texas. Aggravated assault is a […]
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false accusations

Everything to Do When Facing False Accusations of Sexual Assault

Facing false accusations of sexual assault can completely change the course of your life. Just because you know the accusations are false doesn’t mean you will […]
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false sexual assault allegations

8 Tips on What to Do When You Have False Sexual Assault Allegations

Being accused of a crime is a serious and terrible event in a person’s life. Having false sexual assault allegations brought against you can change the […]
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domestic violence lawyer

7 Signs You Need to Hire a Domestic Violence Lawyer

Domestic violence is a serious matter.  If you’ve been charged with domestic violence in Texas, you should take these charges very seriously. A conviction can result in […]
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insurance fraud lawyer

7 Signs You Need to Talk to an Insurance Fraud Lawyer in Houston

Over $80 billion is stolen each year through insurance fraud. This isn’t just bad news for insurance companies, it’s also bad news for policyholders who see […]
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what is embezzlement

What Are the Consequences of Embezzlement

An employee you’ve trusted for years steals money from your business. Or you, as a trusted employee, are accused of stealing money when you know that […]
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7 Ways a DWI Attorney Can Help You With a DWI Charge

Every year, around 1.5 million drivers are arrested for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Did you recently receive a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charge? If […]
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Embezzlement laws

Embezzlement Laws in Texas

Have you been charged with embezzlement in the state of Texas? Don’t panic! While facing criminal charges can be scary for anyone, it’s not the end […]
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Consequences of Embezzlement

Consequences of Embezzlement In Houston Texas

Have you been charged with embezzlement in Texas? If so, you might be wondering about the potential of consequences embezzlement. The truth is, the consequences you […]
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dwi in texas

DWI in Texas? A Look At the DWI/DUI Charges and Consequences in Houston

In 2018, over 900 people were killed in car crashes where the driver was under the influence. This number makes up 1/4 of the total number […]
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Assault on a Family Member

Assault on a Family Member In Texas

If you’re facing assault charges, you need to know what sort of charges you might be facing and what punishments these can carry with them. Felony […]
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Lady Justice Statue Weighing Guilt vs Innocence

Why are criminal defense attorney’s important to society

In America, everyone is granted the right to a fair trial. While the outcomes of these trials cannot always please everyone involved, this law is in […]
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Why criminal defense lawyers defend the innocent and the guilty

Throughout their careers, many lawyers are faced with the question, “how can you defend someone like that.” The law profession deals with a complicated grey area […]
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How to clear your record of a DUI in Texas

If you were arrested for a DUI in Texas, then it’s important to understand that this information becomes part of your public record until you take […]
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Officer Arresting Young Man after First DUI DWI

How to keep a first time DUI from ruining your life

Everyone makes bad decisions at some point in their life. Getting charged with a DUI might seem like the end of the world, but the reality […]
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Police Officer Arresting Young Man After Evading Arrest

What is considered evading arrest in Texas?

Being approached by a police officer can elicit a lot of emotions. For someone who has just committed a crime, they might feel an urge to […]
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Should You Refuse a Field Sobriety Test in Texas?

If you’re pulled over under the suspicion that you’re driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, it’s very likely that you’ll face a vehicle search […]
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Campus Security

New Texas Law Around Sexual Misconduct Reporting Requirements at Colleges

Over the last two years, Texas lawmakers have been passing bills that aim towards providing more explicit guidelines and protections for how universities must handle reports […]
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Texas Marijuana Laws

What you need to know about Texas Marijuana Laws in 2020

The laws around marijuana are changing around the country. However, Texas still maintains some of the strictest marijuana laws in the United States. Even if you’re […]
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A Clean Slate with Record Expunction

Set your 2020 Legal Resolution For a Clean Record

The new year can symbolize a clean slate and a fresh start. But if you’ve faced trouble with the law, it can start to feel like […]
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Drunk Driving Car Keys with Beer and Alcohol

Don’t Start 2020 with a DWI: What you need to know about Houston Drunk Driving Laws

Holiday parties can be the highlight of the year. Don’t let one night of fun ruin your holiday season and your entire life. If you make […]
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Arrested in Houston

Finding The Right Houston Criminal Defense Attorney for Sexual Assault Charges

If you’re charged with a sexual assault crime in Houston, it’s essential to contact a Houston criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Texas takes sexual […]
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Texas Laws on Sexual Assault and Consent

What is Sexual Assault and Consent in Texas?

Texas takes sexual assault charges very seriously. Under Texas Penal Code section 22.011, sexual assault is defined as a non-consensual, and unwanted act of sexual contact […]
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Hiring a Houston Criminal Lawyer for Assault Charges

An assault charge is not something to be taken lightly. In Texas, aggravated assault is considered a felony and comes with severe punishment such as high […]
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Domestic Violence Defined in Texas

The Penalties for Domestic Violence Charges in Texas

Texas does not take domestic violence charges lightly. The consequences of being convicted of a domestic violence assault are severe and can follow you for the […]
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Deadly Weapons in Texas

Aggravated Assault in Texas

Texas defines aggravated assault as intentionally or recklessly causing serious bodily harm to another person. This includes using a deadly weapon while committing an assault crime, […]
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What is Aggravated Assault?

The attempt to cause serious physical harm to a person with disregard for their life is described as aggravated assault. Not to be confused with plain […]
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Bar Fights can lead to Aggravated Assault and Battery in Texas

What You Need To Know About Assault and Battery Laws in Texas

In Texas, assault and battery charges are treated the same under the law. This might seem confusing since other states view them as two separate crimes. […]
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Bail Bond Hearing Courtroom in Houston Harris County

What You Need To Know About Bail Reform in Harris County

For the past few years, Harris County has been working on a proposed agreement to fix its bail system. The Harris County Bail system was declared […]
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No Refusal Weekends in Texas

No Refusal Weekends in Texas: What They Mean for Drivers

Every year as the holiday season approaches, Texas law enforcement makes it their top priority to protect motorists from drink drivers with the introduction of no […]
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Surety Bond Bail Bond Harris County Houston

What You Need To Know About Posting Bond in Houston or Harris County

In Harris County or Houston City, there are pretty standard processes for being released from jail after an arrest. Depending on the circumstances, here is what […]
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Texas Justice System

A Breakdown of the Texas Justice System

The Texas justice system has streamlined processes and produces that are followed following every arrest leading up to the trial. If you’ve been arrested, your situation […]
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Driving in Texas

What to Expect During a Standard Field Sobriety Test in Texas

You already know that drinking and driving is against the law and a perilous mistake to make. But let’s say for instance, that you are at […]
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The Five Types of Felony Charges in Texas and Their Penalties

Texas takes it’s felony charges very seriously. Nearly all felony crimes committed in Texas have punishments that require either state prison or jail time. They are […]
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What to Expect from a First Time DWI/DUI Offense

If it’s your first time experiencing a DWI charge in Houston, you’re probably wondering about what’s going to happen next. Once you’ve received your charge, you’ll […]
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What to look for in a Houston Criminal Defense Attorney

When you’re facing criminal charges, one of the most important decisions you make is who you choose to represent you in court. With all of the […]
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Meeting with your Houston Lawyer

Why NOT Hiring a Lawyer Will Cost You

It’s not a secret that lawyers can be expensive. Attorneys have to navigate the very complicated world of the legal system. Since no two cases are […]
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Can a DWI/DUI affect your employment?

Driving while under the influence is not only extremely dangerous for you and everyone around you, but can carry consequences that follow you for the rest […]
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Charged with Family Violence

What To Know If You’re Charged With A Family Violence Crime in Texas

In Texas, a Family Violence misdemeanor is one of the more severe crimes you can be charged with. Aside from the illegal nature of the crime, […]
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Handcuffed Arrested on Assault Charges

What to do if you’re charged with assault in Texas

Being accused of assault in Texas is a serious crime that can come with many severe consequences. When you’re arrested on assault charges, it’s essential to […]
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What Information Will Your Criminal Defense Lawyer Share With You

When you’re convicted of a crime or pending an investigation, it may seem like you rights are being stripped away. It can be a stressful time […]
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Important legal information for Houston Criminal Defense Attorney

What Information Will Your Lawyer Need To Assist Your Long-Term Defense?

What Information Will Your Lawyer Need To Assist Your Long-Term Defense?  When you’re accused of a crime, your lawyer needs specific information about what happened so […]
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What to Expect at Your First Meeting With Your Criminal Defense Attorney

It’s common to feel a bit nervous or anxious before meeting with your attorney for the first time. You should know that your attorney is here […]
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Criminal Defense Legal Team Can Help

How Your Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help You

Depending on your crime and charges, you may be facing severe consequences and penalties. Despite what you know about your case, you need a qualified attorney […]
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Dealing with Felony Charges in Houston, Texas

Being convicted of a felony is a consequential event that should be taken seriously. A felony charge can come with severe consequences that can follow you […]
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Houston Texas Misdemeanor Legal System

What is considered a Misdemeanor in Texas

In Texas, crimes are categorized based on the seriousness of the offense. How aggressively you are punished for a crime defends on how that crime is […]
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Drug Possession

Possession of a Controlled Substance in Houston

In Texas, the Texas Controlled Substances Act sets the different severities and punishments of being charged with possession of controlled drugs.  In comparison to other states, […]
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Houston Criminal Lawyer

Court Appointed vs Pro Bono vs. Paid Attorney – What is the Difference?

When facing criminal charges, there are a lot of decisions you need to make before your day in court. One of those decisions is choosing whether […]
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Corporate White Collar

The Consequences of Embezzlement Offenses in Houston

What is embezzlement? Embezzlement is a type of property theft that occurs when someone who is entrusted to handle or manage that property steals all or […]
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What is White Collar Crime?

The term “white collar crime” describes a category of crimes, typically ones that carried out for financial gain. The most common white collar crimes tend to […]
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Tips for Dealing with the Police

9 Tips for Dealing with Police (COPS)

Having a police officer or law enforcement official stop you is never a fun moment. Whether you are pulled over in your vehicle or stopped on […]
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Summer Vacation Drive Safe

Don’t Drink and Drive This Summer

Summer is a time for road trips, fun days on the water, and endless cookouts. It’s also the season that experiences the highest number of alcohol-related […]
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Drunk Driving

What to Do If You’re Pulled Over for a Suspected DWI

When someone is pulled over in Texas and is suspected to be intoxicated the police will ask that individual to step out of their car and […]
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Drinking alcohol impairs driving

What You Need to Know About Drunk Driving Laws in Houston, Texas

The penalties for drunk driving in Texas have become harsher over the years. This is because of the alarming rate of collisions, and deaths caused by […]
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Finding the Right Attorney

Finding the Right Houston Criminal Lawyer

Just like choosing any other service, choosing the right Houston criminal lawyer is a big decision to make. Before committing, it’s essential to do research and […]
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5 Tips for Choosing a Criminal Defense Attorney

When you’ve been arrested or charged with a crime, choosing your criminal defense attorney is an important decision that can have a lasting impact on the […]
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What to do if you’re accused of shoplifting or employee theft

Being charged with shoplifting or theft is a serious offense, that in the worst of cases, can even end in jail time. If you are an […]
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CBD Oil & the Texas Compassionate Use Act

There’s a lot of buzz around the growing CBD and cannabis industry, and the effects CBD oil can have on people dealing with various ailments. While […]
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What To Do When You’re Charged with Domestic Violence

If you have been charged with a domestic violence offense, it’s important to know what will happen next and how your behavior and reaction could affect […]
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Understand the Logistics of a Jail Visit

The visit will likely be conducted either via a telephone and closed circuit tv screen or through a dividing glass wall. Prepare yourself for the fact […]
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Someone in Jail

4 Ways To Prepare To Visit Your Loved One In Jail

Visiting your loved one in county jail can be a stressful and emotionally trying experience. It’s important to plan ahead so that you have a clear […]
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Dealing with Bond Issues When Your Loved One is Arrested

When you find out that your loved one is arrested, you might feel the urge instantly enter problem-solving mode. Parts of the situation are out of […]
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What To Do When Your Loved One is Arrested

It’s never a fun day when a loved gets arrested. You want to help, but if you’ve never been in this situation, you won’t know what […]
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