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Normally, the maximum penalty for a Class A misdemeanor offense in Texas is one year in jail and a $4,000… Continue reading How a Misdemeanor Conviction Can Lead to “Forfeiture” of Your Property to the State of Texas
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In most criminal cases there is a strict time limit that must be followed by prosecutors. This is known as… Continue reading What Is the Statute of Limitations for Misdemeanor Crimes in Texas?
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As a general rule, you are not supposed to conduct any sort of “outdoor burning” in Texas. There are limited… Continue reading Is Burning Your Trash a Misdemeanor Offense in Texas?
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Misdemeanor crimes include a variety of non-violent offenses, such as forgery. Indeed, under the Texas Penal Code, forgery is a… Continue reading Austin Man Convicted of Misdemeanor Forgery
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Most of us have had a bad day at work. And that can affect our ability to do our jobs… Continue reading Ex-Houston 911 Operator Found Guilty of Misdemeanor for Hanging Up on Caller
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There are a variety of misdemeanor offenses in Texas that broadly fall within the category of sexual offenses. We are… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Misdemeanor Sexual Offenses
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Some misdemeanor crimes in Texas involve violating a prior court order. For example, if a judge issues a protective order… Continue reading What Are the Penalties for Violating a Protective Order in Texas?
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There is often a very fine line between a misdemeanor and felony offense in Texas. Consider the common crime of… Continue reading Distinguishing Misdemeanor and Felony Assault in Texas
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Misdemeanor offenses like theft or a first-time DWI may not carry the same potential for lengthy prison sentences as felonies… Continue reading Are “Citizen’s Arrests” Permissible in Misdemeanor Cases?
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