Criminal Justice Blog

321,000 women find themselves the victims of sexual assault every year. When it comes to sexual assault cases, one of the first things that will be taken into account is consent. The age of consent in Texas, as well as a few other things, will determine the outcome of a case. If you’re trying to…

Is there anything more important to a parent than their child’s future? Probably not. However, few parents know very much about the laws that can have a dramatic impact on that future. Every year, around 800,000 couples divorce in the US. For those with children and for parents who were never married to each other,…

According to the Rape, Assault, and Incest National Network, sexual assault occurs every 98 seconds. Rape occurs in America every 108 seconds. The good news is that these numbers have fallen by more than half since 1993. The bad news is that it’s still happening at all. No person should ever be the victim of…

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA), 30 people die daily due to drunk driving accidents. Scary as it is, people across Texas and the United States continue to drive under the influence. It’s too easy to do. You might have one beer too many, feel sober, and drive. Or you know you’re…

If someone accuses you of a crime of a sexual nature, the stakes are high. Conviction of a sex crime will permanently affect your professional and personal prospects for the future. You may believe that so long as there is no violence involved, you are immune from accusations of sexual assault. Unfortunately, the law in…

Were you wrongly given an assault and battery charge by an officer? Do you want to fight against the charges such as domestic abuse, drug charges, or theft? If so, then you will need to find a criminal defense lawyer to represent you. The decision on who you hire will play a pivotal role in…

In 2019, there were about 1,352,027 active lawyers in the United States. Over 90,000 of these attorneys practice in Texas, with a significant percentage of them specializing in criminal law. The role criminal lawyers play in America’s increasingly litigious society is unquestionable. If you or your loved one has been accused of a crime, the…

Dealing with a solicitation charge can be a stressful ordeal, but things can get even more tricky when you’re charged with something that occurred online. Lawyers and law enforcement are still finding their way through the complicated world of online solicitation. If you’re dealing with a potential online solicitation charge, you’re going to need to…

Are you or a loved one facing a sex crime charge? Many people are confused about what qualifies as a sex crime in Texas. While the laws may be confusing, ignorance of the law is not an excuse and you owe it to yourself to better understand what’s at stake. Sex crimes can be hard…

Busted for drug possession? Facing drug possession charges in Texas can be scary. Texas drug possession laws are among the most severe in the nation. For example, you could face up to 180 in jail for a small amount of marijuana. The penalties are stiffer for drugs such as cocaine, LSD, or heroin. For less…