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What happens when a person is falsely accused of domestic violence? Can the person who filed the charges drop them? In Texas, it is not so simple. Texas has a “No-Drop Policy” policy, which does not allow a person who files a domestic violence complaint against...
People who start using prohibited drugs like methamphetamine, marijuana or heroin typically understand that there are criminal consequences should they get caught while in possession of those drugs. However, there seems to be much more confusion about the legal status...
Texas has some of the strictest drug laws in the United States, and the consequences for drug possession can be severe. For anyone facing a drug possession charge in Texas, it is crucial to have a clear understanding of the laws and potential consequences. Being...
People accused of crimes do not generally get to choose where they face charges. The location of the crime and jurisdiction rules will determine what courts host their trials. Although Texas does have a reputation for being somewhat harsh toward drug offenders, people...
Some people call alcohol a social lubricant because of the way it affects individuals' behavior. People are often more outgoing and playful after consuming alcohol. They may also become more impulsive and emotional, which can sometimes have negative consequences....
DWI is one of the most common criminal charges that people living in Houston face. Depending on the circumstances and your criminal record, these charges can take many forms and lead to different levels of punishment. Texas law gives judges and juries guidelines for...
Texas and the U.S. government have different systems for categorizing drugs, even though many of them overlap. In some cases, the state prosecutes cases and in others, the federal government prosecutes them. In other cases, state and federal authorities work together....
Imagine the government discovers you manufacture, possess or sell a controlled substance or illegal drug. In that situation, the police can arrest and take you into custody. You could be subject to federal drug charges. In some instances, people commit a drug offense,...
White-collar crimes are generally defined as financial crimes that do not result in any physical harm. One may think that the government is less likely to push for imprisonment due to the lack of physical harm. This is not true. The government has shown time and time...
The Stand Your Ground law in Texas has been a topic of much debate and controversy in recent years. This law allows individuals to use deadly force in certain situations. Learn more about what this law entails and how it applies to different scenarios. What is the...
