Can You Go to Prison for Failing to Stop and Render Aid Following a Car Accident?

Most of us know to stop and exchange insurance information with another driver following a car accident. This is not… Continue reading Can You Go to Prison for Failing to Stop and Render Aid Following a Car Accident?

Pleading Guilty? You Still Should Hire a Houston Criminal Defense Attorney

Some criminal defendants decide to plead guilty to their charges, so they imagine that they can avoid the hassle of… Continue reading Pleading Guilty? You Still Should Hire a Houston Criminal Defense Attorney

Parents have many responsibilities, and dragging a child around is a real hassle. Nonetheless, Texas has criminalized leaving young children… Continue reading Did You Know Leaving a Child in a Vehicle is a Crime?

Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Misdemeanor Crimes

Misdemeanor charges need to be taken extremely seriously in Texas. Although misdemeanor charges are not as severe as felony charges,… Continue reading What Are the Consequences of a Misdemeanor Conviction in Texas?

The Texas Penal Code divides crimes into felonies and misdemeanors. Misdemeanor offenses are further subdivided into three classes: A, B,… Continue reading What Is a Class C Misdemeanor in Texas?

When you are accused of a crime, you have the right to a trial to confront and challenge the prosecution’s… Continue reading What Counts as a “Speedy Trial” in a Misdemeanor Case?

Can a police officer stop you on the street and demand identification? In some circumstances, yes. Under Texas law, when… Continue reading Is Failing to Identify Myself to a Police Officer a Crime?

You probably already know that possession of certain drugs–or “controlled substances,” as they are technically known under Texas law–is illegal.… Continue reading Is My “Mere Presence” Near Illegal Drugs Enough to Prove Possession?

Operating a motor vehicle is a privilege that comes with a lot of responsibility. Motor vehicles are large machines that… Continue reading Most Common Traffic Violations in Texas

Possession of a controlled substance in Texas is a big deal, and one that can result in serious fines and… Continue reading Texas Marijuana Possession Laws: An Overview