Killeen Got Sued by the Texas Attorney General
Texas is known for being tough on drug crimes. The state has some of the strictest drug laws in the U.S., with severe penalties for drug-related offenses. Texas classifies drugs into different penalty groups based on their potential for abuse and their medicinal value, with penalties ranging from fines to lengthy prison sentences, depending on…
Read MoreWhat Does it Mean to Plead “No Contest”?
Many people assume that pleading “no contest” is the same as pleading guilty in a criminal case. However, there are some key differences. Before you decide what plea to enter in your case, ensure you speak with an experienced criminal defense attorney first. In a criminal case, a plea of “no contest” (Latin: nolo contendere,…
Read MoreWill I Lose My Security Clearance if I’m Convicted of a Crime?
If you’re convicted of a crime, there’s a lot at stake – your freedom and your finances, to name two. Once you serve your time and fulfill your obligations, you should be able to walk away and pick up your life right where you left it, right? Unfortunately, this is not often the case. We…
Read MoreCan You Be Charged with Murder if Someone Dies from Your Drugs?
The short answer? You can. Effective September 2023, individuals in Texas can be charged with murder if they provide someone with a fatal dose of fentanyl. House Bill 6 also classifies overdoses from fentanyl as “poisoning” as an alternative to “toxicity” on death certificates. Just a few months ago a grand jury returned the first…
Read MoreIs it Illegal to “Brandish” a Weapon in Texas?
In Texas, the law allows for the open carry of firearms in certain circumstances, and it is generally legal for individuals to carry handguns in plain view in a shoulder or belt holster. However, brandishing a weapon in a manner that causes a reasonable person to fear for their safety or intentionally displaying a firearm…
Read MoreMeth Dangerous Problem for Texas
Methamphetamine (meth) abuse and production are significant concerns in Texas, as well as in many other states across the country. High-purity, inexpensive meth is readily available in our state, and as a result, the drug is widely abused, especially in rural areas. What is meth? Short for methamphetamine, meth is a powerful and highly addictive…
Read MoreDefenses Against Charges of Continuous Family Violence
Having a previous domestic violence charge made against you is bad enough, but when you face another allegation of domestic violence, Texas district attorneys can pursue a charge of continuous family violence against you, even if the incidents occurred in different counties and jurisdictions. Continuous family violence, also known as Rachel’s Law, is a Texas…
Read MoreAccused of Assault? You May Face Other Charges, Too
If you are accused of assault in Texas, additional charges might be filed, depending on the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault. The specific charges can vary based on factors such as the severity of the assault, the presence of weapons, the relationship between the parties involved, and whether certain aggravating factors are present. Here are…
Read MoreUnderstanding Texas’ “Usable Quantity” Definition in Marijuana Possession Cases
Texas is one of 26 states in which marijuana possession remains illegal, despite the fact that an August 2022 Dallas Morning News/UT-Tyler poll found that 72 percent of Texas voters support legalizing marijuana for medical use, and 55 percent favor legalizing it for recreational use. Texas also has a somewhat unique approach to marijuana possession…
Read MoreNew Texas Laws Taking Effect in 2024
Texas is set to enact 31 new laws, and new sections of 13 others, starting January 1, 2024. A significant number of them relate to our tax laws, though one creates a new court system for business cases, which we think is a good idea. But as criminal defense lawyers, our primary concern is for…
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