Traffic stops are one of the more common ways that the average person ends up interacting with police officers. The driver of the stopped vehicle will usually feel nervous during a traffic stop. The other people in the vehicle may start to feel anxious as well....
People think that assault is the act of physically injuring another person. It is certainly possible for one person to face assault charges in Texas if they hit, kick or even bite another person and cause injury. The more serious the injuries that result, the more...
While some drug crimes are treated more harshly than others, simply possessing an illegal substance can still get you into deep trouble with the law. Heroin, in particular, is among the most common illicit substances to result in charges. Heroin laws are fairly...
Many people believe that alcohol cooks off when it’s added to food. They think that the flavor is all that remains or that there is minimal alcohol when heat is applied. The reality is that alcohol may still be in the dish and could lead to impairment in large enough...
Using physical force to overpower or control another person is a criminal act. Those who strike or injure another person could face assault charges or worse depending on the outcome of the altercation. Those accused of violent crimes may have multiple different...
If an officer pulls you over and asks if you’ve been drinking, you may know that you don’t have to answer that question. By refusing to give any answers, you might, however, prompt the officer into asking you to give a breath sample. With a Breathalyzer test, officers...
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a criminal offense that occurs every day somewhere in Texas. Many people who get behind the wheel after drinking will reach their destination safely, making them think that their decision to drive isn't that dangerous. However, some...
When you think about domestic violence, you may think about a married or unmarried couple who is getting into arguments or fights. You may imagine someone getting angry and shooting their spouse or slamming the door as they walk out of the house while threatening the...
When police officers find drugs in someone's vehicle, in their house or on their person, they will usually charge the individual with a drug offense. Most people who allegedly own prohibited or controlled substances will face charges of possession. However, in some...
Your legal issues all started when the police pulled you over. First, they asked you a bunch of questions, and then they arrested you. Now you find yourself facing criminal charges related to drunk driving or drug possession all because of that traffic stop. You can...