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Clients often come into our office confused about criminal charges saying authorities do not have any evidence. No fingerprints, DNA, video, photos or witnesses are involved. It's just the accusation of another person. First, sworn testimony is often enough to sustain...
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg has indicated the office will not make misdemeanor marijuana a priority. For those caught with less than four ounces of marijuana, the offense will not appear on their record if they attend a drug education class. It's basically...
A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction in Texas can lead to serious criminal penalties. What factors explain the differences in sentences? If you are facing these charges, it is important to realize that the penalties of a conviction can vary. To get out of the...
As the holidays get into full swing, there are work parties and gatherings with family and friends. From eggnog to cocktails and wine, alcoholic beverages are a part of many of these events. How do you know if one more drink will put you over the legal limit? You...
An arrest can happen after a momentary lapse of judgment or a youthful mistake. It is not generally representative of your character. Still, many will form lasting negative opinions based on a past arrest or plea of no contest. These opinions can prevent you from...
The Miranda warnings have become well known over the past five decades. You might even be able to recite them after watching Law & Order, Blue Bloods, the Good Wife or another law-related sitcom. These warnings were designed to limit the number of false or coerced...
The short answer is no. And you should know that Texas has some of the harshest penalties in the country for marijuana possession. If you purchased marijuana in a state where it is now legal, take care when you return to Texas. Thousands of arrests for the possession...
Think that shoplifting is not a big deal or that it doesn't hurt anyone. Think again. Retailers lose billions each year in retail theft. Shoplifting is theft - even if it involves something seemingly minor like a purse, makeup or a bottle of wine. It's just a minor...
Abraham Lincoln famously said that "he who represents himself has a fool for a client." This is never more true than in a criminal law case. No matter how seemingly minor the charges may be on paper, any criminal conviction can come with serious consequences. These...
A DWI arrest can be disorienting. It is the first encounter that many people have with the criminal justice system. This means that the odds you uncover a mistake on your own are slim. It doesn't, however, mean that they never happen. Law enforcement officers and...