Criminal Defense

When considering criminal cases, terms such as “probable cause” are often circulated without considering their true meaning. Law enforcement officers will often initiate vehicle stops based on "reasonable suspicion." For example, you may have veered over the center...

Laws relating to drug offenses are not always straightforward. There are many different rules and statutes that contain provisions relating to drug offenses. Furthermore, some drugs are prohibited at a federal level yet have been decriminalized in some states. At the...

White-collar crimes are non-violent crimes committed for financial gain. People who commit white-collar crimes obtain money or property through fraud or other deceitful tactics. In some instances, they involve a violation of trust bestowed upon the perpetrators. The...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...