by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | Oct 10, 2024 | Assault
People in Texas could end up facing assault charges for many different reasons. Some people get into an argument with a family member, and other people call the police. Others might face prosecution if they go out of their way to intimidate someone else and make them...
by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | Sep 6, 2024 | Domestic Violence
Domestic violence, which Texas may prosecute as domestic assault, is a common crime. People often think of spouses in unhealthy marriages or parents who discipline their children abusively when they picture domestic violence. However, the law in Texas allows...
by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | Aug 2, 2024 | DWI
There are several ways for Texas police officers to gather evidence of an alleged driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense. The cameras in their police cruiser may capture video footage of someone’s poor driving before they initiate a traffic stop. They may also...
by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | Jul 12, 2024 | Drug Crimes
Texas has a reputation for employing a strict approach to drug law enforcement. The state has not enacted lenient laws like many other jurisdictions have in recent years. People get arrested for offenses ranging from possession to manufacturing. Drug distribution is a...
by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | Jun 10, 2024 | DWI
If a police officer suspects someone of impaired driving, they may immediately start looking for evidence. Some police officers follow drivers in traffic for long distances hoping to observe them doing something unusual or unsafe. Other police officers ask very...
by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | May 23, 2024 | DWI
Getting arrested based on driving while intoxicated (DWI) allegations is an intimidating experience. Someone headed home for the evening might suddenly end up spending the night in state facilities. They may face criminal charges based on the claim that they drove...
by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | Apr 4, 2024 | Assault
It is generally illegal to intentionally hurt someone else or put them in fear of imminent physical harm. Police officers may arrest someone who appears to have intentionally attacked or intimidated another person. If there is sufficient evidence, prosecutors may...
by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | Feb 22, 2024 | Drug Crimes
Texas laws prohibit various different actions involving drugs. Some drugs are controlled substances that are only legal to possess or use under the direct supervision of a medical professional. Other drugs are dangerous and have limited medical use, so state law...
by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | Jan 25, 2024 | Domestic Violence
Those accused of domestic violence in Texas could face an assortment of penalties. The consequences could include incarceration and loss of employment, particularly for those in certain professions where background checks are mandatory. Individuals charged with...
by Lewis & Ashworth PLLC | Dec 26, 2023 | DWI
When police officers pull someone over on suspicion of drunk driving, they may not give them a breath test right away. Instead, officers may ask a motorist to perform field sobriety tests, which are designed to expose impairment. If someone struggles with the tests,...
