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Do Police Have to Initiate a Traffic Stop Before Making a DWI Arrest?

Many DWI arrests start out as a traffic stop. This means that a police officer first needs “reasonable suspicion” to… Continue reading Do Police Have to Initiate a Traffic Stop Before Making a DWI Arrest?

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?

Normally, a police officer must have “probable cause” to arrest someone on suspicion of DWI or drunk driving. If the… Continue reading Will a Court Dismiss a DWI Case if the Arresting Officer Admits They Lacked Probable Cause?

In most criminal trials, the prosecution cannot introduce evidence of a defendant’s “prior bad acts” to establish their guilt of… Continue reading The Use of “Relationship” Evidence in Texas Criminal Domestic Violence Trials

Have you ever become frustrated with the flow of traffic and decided to try and “ride the shoulder” of the… Continue reading When Is It Legal to Drive on the Shoulder in Texas?

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?

The United States Constitution and Texas law guarantee a criminal defendant’s right to seek and receive reasonable bail pending trial.… Continue reading Do You Have the Right to Cross-Examine Witnesses at a Bail Hearing?

There are numerous criminal offenses lumped together under the unofficial term “white-collar crime,” and racketeering involves some of the most… Continue reading Answers to FAQs About Racketeering White Collar Crime in Texas

There are few things more terrifying than being a victim of ongoing domestic violence. When you are a victim of… Continue reading How to Obtain a Domestic Violence Protective Order in Texas

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