Whether you face charges related to drugs, DUI or violence, you want to emerge from your ordeal with the best possible outcome. In nearly all cases, working with a defense professional is the ideal way to achieve your defense goals. However, it is hard for many...
Criminal Defense
What is criminal responsibility?
It is possible to face criminal charges when you did not commit the criminal act. The law refers to this as criminal responsibility for the conduct of another. According to the Texas Constitution and Statutes, criminal responsibility, in this case, means that you knew...
What are the pros and cons of plea bargaining?
Becoming the target of criminal charges can leave you with difficult choices. If you contest the charges in a trial, there is no guarantee you will receive an acquittal. This is why some people plea bargain their case. Basically, this involves pleading guilty in...
Factors that affect an assault accusation
If an assault accusation against you becomes a criminal charge, the severity of the charge and the potential outcomes are not necessarily straightforward. The Texas statutes go into great detail about how the court system should address assault charges. Investigation...
Know your rights when interacting with law enforcement
Knowing what to do when authorities stop your car, visit you at home or otherwise communicate with you may help you avoid facing legal trouble and associated repercussions. Your rights differ to some degree based on where you are during your interactions with...
How are battery and assault different?
Anybody who has ever watched a crime drama has probably heard the phrase, "You are being arrested for assault and battery." Often, this makes it sound like battery and assault are the exact same charge. However, this is not the case. Battery and assault are closely...
How bail conditions work
If someone is facing trial for a criminal offense, there is often a lot of time between the arrest and a final guilty or not guilty plea. Most people facing charges would like to spend that time elsewhere rather than in jail. One of the things the judge decides in the...
3 common ways to receive a burglary charge in Texas
A burglary conviction in the Lone Star State carries with it some significant legal penalties. If prosecutors prove each element of the offense beyond a reasonable doubt, you may forever have a felony conviction on your record. You may also face a lengthy prison...
Can self-defense be effective against an assault charge?
If you face assault charges, you will need to prepare a defense that will allow you to show the court you were within your rights and that your actions did not qualify as assault. One option to justify your actions is claiming self-defense. In some cases, it might be...
What are the 3 areas of negotiation for a plea bargain?
No matter what crime the courts accuse you of committing, it is likely that plea bargaining will be a part of your criminal proceedings. Whether or not it is a good idea for an individual to take a plea bargain depends on specific situations, but bargaining is almost...
