Criminal Justice Blog

33 percent of women will face some type of domestic violence situation in their lives. In 2018, 174 Texan women were killed in domestic violence incidences, which was an increase of 40 from 2017. For some, these can be terrifying statistics to see, considering some women may be subject to unnecessary violence. And on the…

Every year, Texas law enforcement arrests more than 135,000 people on drug charges. This is a big deal because the state is notoriously tough on drugs. Getting caught with even very small amounts of controlled substances can result in massive fines and extensive jail time. Drug charges can cause havoc in your personal and professional…

Getting a DWI is no joke. In fact, in Texas, your first offense will bring you a fine of $2,000, jail time, loss of your driver’s license and expensive annual fees. If it’s your second or third offense, things get even worse from there. If you find yourself in this situation, finding a DWI lawyer…

According to the United States Sentencing Commission, in 2018, there were 69,524 federal criminal cases in which the defendant received a sentence. Facing criminal charges can be a harrowing experience, and if you don’t have competent counsel, then things can turn ugly quickly. The lawyer you choose has a great impact on the outcome of…

Legal marijuana could become a multi-billion dollar industry for the United States. While it’s almost legally accepted nationwide, there are still a few areas that consider marijuana possession a state crime. If you live in one of those states, you’re going to need a lawyer that understands your case. A marijuana possession lawyer who is…

In 2015, more native-born Americans were arrested and convicted of crimes than illegal immigrants. In 2016, Texas convicted 2,116 out of every 100,000 American natives. If you are arrested and convicted of an assault charge, you may be fined between $500 to $10,000 or more. You may also be sentenced to jail time of up…

A domestic abuse lawyer can help you whether you’re the victim or the person accused of abuse. Some domestic abuse lawyers only work with victims, others only work with the accused, and some work with both. No matter where you fall in the case, an attorney advocating for you can protect your rights and minimize…

Because one in every four women and one in every nine men will experience intimate partner violence at some point in their lives, each and every allegation is taken incredibly seriously. While this is generally a positive thing in the criminal justice system, it can be stressful, painful, humiliating, and emotionally damaging to be accused…

We all need a lawyer at some point. Whether it’s a custody battle, messy divorce, or settling your estate, you’ll need an attorney’s expertise. But not all lawyers are equal. Some handle taxes while others defend people on trial for murder. When facing an awkward situation, it’s essential to get the best help for your…

Driving with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher is considered a DWI in Texas. The good news is that Texas had a 33% drop in DWI arrests in 2019, according to the CDC. The BAD news is that there are still thousands of DWI arrests in our state. People make mistakes and sometimes,…