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Should You Testify at Your DWI Trial? Should You Testify at Your DWI Trial? DWI All criminal defendants have a Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination, which means the prosecutor cannot force you to testify. But should you?...
Don’t Talk to Police Without a Lawyer Don’t Talk to Police Without a Lawyer Criminal Defense Perhaps nothing is as terrifying as being arrested. Many law-abiding citizens have never had handcuffs slapped on them, and they will do...
How to Find a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Houston How to Find a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Houston Criminal Defense Houston has thousands of attorneys, but which one is the right lawyer for your criminal case? At The Law Offices of Tad...
When Your Ex Is Paid Under the Table When Your Ex Is Paid Under the Table Family Law One strategy many parents use to evade paying child support is to get paid “under the table”—meaning, their employer usually pays in...
Sex Crimes Rise in Harris County Sex Crimes Rise in Harris County Sex Crimes According to reporting by Community Impact, Harris County saw a significant rise in sexual assault cases in 2021 compared to the prior...
Are You Entitled to Bail in Texas? Are You Entitled to Bail in Texas? Criminal Defense Yes. The Texas Constitution provides a right to bail in Article 1, Section 11, where it says “all prisoners shall be bailable.”...
Be Careful on Social Media After an Arrest Be Careful on Social Media After an Arrest Criminal Defense More than 70% of Americans have a social media account. They might use Facebook or Instagram or Twitter, possibly all three. Or...
Can Out-of-State DWI Cost Your Texas License? Can Out-of-State DWI Cost Your Texas License? DWI Many Texans drive out of state to meet family or friends, or they rent a vehicle while on vacation. Did you know...
Misdemeanor Hit-and-Run in League City Misdemeanor Hit-and-Run in League City Misdemeanors Texas law requires that drivers immediately stop following an accident. If they don’t, then they are likely committing a crime. The Texas...
Defense Lawyer vs. Public Defender Defense Lawyer vs. Public Defender Criminal Defense The U.S. Constitution guarantees the right of criminal defendants to an attorney, even when they can’t afford one. If you are charged...
Criminal Liability for Giving Alcohol to Minors Criminal Liability for Giving Alcohol to Minors Criminal Defense Drunk driving is a serious problem in Texas generally and Houston specifically. Indeed, statistics show that roughly 2% of people self-report that...
What to Know About Texas Child Custody What to Know About Texas Child Custody Family Law Whether you are planning for divorce and your connected child custody case, or you are ending a relationship with your partner and...
Understanding Texas Assaultive Offenses Understanding Texas Assaultive Offenses Violent Crimes When you are facing assault charges in Galveston or League City, it can be difficult to understand what type of assaultive offense...
How Marijuana Interacts With Alcohol How Marijuana Interacts With Alcohol DWI Over the past several years, regulation of marijuana has changed considerably in Harris County. Although Texas has stiff drug laws, the county...
Defense Strategies for Criminal Charges Defense Strategies for Criminal Charges Criminal Defense When you are facing criminal charges in League City or Galveston, it is critical to hire an experienced and aggressive Texas criminal...
Must Police Read Miranda Rights During DWI Stops? Must Police Read Miranda Rights During DWI Stops? DWI Most people can recite their Miranda rights (or Miranda warnings) because they have seen actors repeat them endlessly on episodes of Law...
Know Your Rights After an Arrest Know Your Rights After an Arrest Criminal Defense Being arrested for a criminal offense in Houston can be extremely anxiety-inducing and scary, particularly when you know that the offense is...
Fleeing the Scene of a DWI Accident Fleeing the Scene of a DWI Accident DWI Getting into a crash while intoxicated is bad enough. But if the driver then goes ahead and flees the scene of the...
License Suspension vs. Revocation License Suspension vs. Revocation DWI If you are facing DWI or drunk driving charges in Houston, you may know that a conviction will likely mean that you...
5 Things to Know About Health Care Fraud 5 Things to Know About Health Care Fraud White Collar Crimes There are many different types of fraud charges in Texas, including criminal charges that can occur under both state and federal law....
Types of Texas DWI Offenses Types of Texas DWI Offenses DWI Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a specific criminal offense in Texas, but it is important to know that there are multiple other...
Texas School Bus Traffic Violations Texas School Bus Traffic Violations Criminal Defense Traffic violations can take many different forms in Texas, from speeding or running a red light to violating other traffic rules. Traffic...
Wire Fraud vs. Mail Fraud Wire Fraud vs. Mail Fraud White Collar Crimes If you are under investigation for wire fraud or mail fraud, or if you have been arrested for either of these white...
Mistakes to Avoid After a DWI Arrest Mistakes to Avoid After a DWI Arrest DWI When you are stopped and arrested on suspicion of drunk driving in Texas, it is essential to remember that you have rights...
How Domestic Violence Convictions Affect Your Life How Domestic Violence Convictions Affect Your Life Violent Crimes Domestic violence crimes in Texas, which are typically charged as domestic assault under the Texas Penal Code, can have serious consequences in...
Should I Avoid a Breathalyzer Test? Should I Avoid a Breathalyzer Test? DWI Getting stopped for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Houston can be an extremely anxiety-inducing experience, especially if you've never been accused of...
Federal Drug Classifications and Charges Federal Drug Classifications and Charges Drug Crimes If you are facing drug crimes charges of any kind, it is essential to seek advice from an experienced Texas drug crimes...
5 Things to Know About White Collar Fraud 5 Things to Know About White Collar Fraud White Collar Crimes White-collar crimes in Texas are more serious than you may think, and penalties for a white-collar conviction can be severe. White-collar crime...
Are Sex Crimes Federal or State Charges? Are Sex Crimes Federal or State Charges? Sex Crimes Sex crimes in Texas are extremely serious offenses, and it is critical to have a Texas sex crimes defense lawyer on your...
Are DWI Penalties Worse After an Accident? Are DWI Penalties Worse After an Accident? DWI Drunk driving can result in serious penalties in Texas upon conviction, even if you are never involved in an accident and never...