Criminal Justice Blog

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…

Living with an abusive spouse, partner, or loved one can be scary. No matter what you do or say, you always feel like you’re walking on eggshells around them and any wrong move could end in misery. How can you start to get away from the abuse and live a happier, healthier life? Domestic violence…

It’s a horrifying and decidedly modern crime—online solicitation. If you or a child in your life have been a victim of this crime, you know how tough it can be. Online solicitation is the act of soliciting a minor, online, to engage in sexual contact. However, this is also applicable if the person is pretending…

According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, the highest numbers of inmates are those convicted of a drug-related crime. Drug possession or any drug-related offense is a very serious crime. If arrested on such charges, you can face penalties like hefty fines and prison time. The best way to beat any drug charge is to…

Are you facing a sex crime charge? Perhaps you don’t know what to do. First, find a seasoned defense attorney who is an expert in sex crime cases. Texas law carries harsh penalties for sex crime offenses. Therefore, look for the the best attorney available. Sex crime defense attorneys have a unique set of skills…

Think of how life was 10 years ago. Avatar had just come out in theaters, along with the first installment of the Harry Potter franchise’s last film. Tik Tok wasn’t a social media app—it was Kesha’s (or Ke$ha’s, at the time) hit single. Life was different in so many ways. One of those ways is…