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The Differences Between Federal and State Criminal Cases

The American legal system operates in a dual court structure, with both state and federal courts handling criminal cases. While these systems share core functions, they differ in several fundamental ways, relating to the nature of the crime, potential consequences and investigative processes. State crimes violate the laws established by individual states and are prosecuted Read More

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Sexting by Teens Can Carry Serious Legal Consequences

In the age of smartphones and social media, “sexting” has become popular among teens and even some adults. While the name derives from texting, it actually involves sending, receiving or forwarding sexually suggestive or explicit pictures or videos. While teens may view sexting as a harmless way of flirting or expressing intimacy, it can have Read More

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White-Collar Crimes That Can Be Committed Without Intending to

White collar crime is generally defined as the wrongful diversion or destruction of money or property without the use of violence. These crimes are usually associated with deliberate schemes or malicious intent. However, certain situations can lead to individuals or corporations being held criminally liable even when they lack intention to commit wrongdoing. This is Read More

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New Texas Law Criminalizes “Grooming” a Child for Sexual Abuse

In September 2023, Texas enacted a law prohibiting behavior known as “grooming,” defined as an adult building a relationship with a child in order to gain their trust for illicit purposes. The statute is meant to allow law enforcement to intervene early in order to prevent harm to minors. Despite this laudable goal, the law Read More

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Obtaining an Order of Nondisclosure of a Texas Criminal Record

Having a criminal record can be a major disability in many aspects of your life, such as career, education, housing and financial activities. Fortunately, Texas law allows certain individuals to obtain a court order of nondisclosure, which is effectively a sealing of records. An order of nondisclosure prevents law enforcement authorities from releasing information about Read More

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Strategies for Defending Against DWI Charges in Texas

You may be charged with DWI if they are intoxicated while operating a motor vehicle in a public place. “Intoxicated” is defined as not having the normal use of mental or physical faculties by reason of ingesting alcohol, a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug or any other substance. However, it is also defined Read More

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Defending Against a Motion to Revoke Probation

Probation can be a second chance for individuals who have run afoul of the law in Texas. It offers an opportunity to serve a sentence in the community under prescribed conditions rather than behind bars. However, probation isn’t a guaranteed relief from jail time. Certain actions by the probationer can lead to government efforts to Read More

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What is Embezzlement and What Are Defenses to the Crime?

Embezzlement is a type of white collar crime often prosecuted in Texas. It is defined as the unlawful appropriation of funds or other property by a person who has been entrusted with them. What distinguishes embezzlement from other theft crimes is that the victim has willingly granted control of the funds or property to another Read More

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What to Know About Facing Federal Conspiracy Charges

Charging conspiracy is a powerful weapon in the arsenal of federal prosecutors. A conspiracy is defined as an agreement, express or implied, between two or more people to commit a crime. A conviction does not require that a person have committed the underlying crime. It is enough that he or she have performed an overt Read More

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Causing Death by Distributing Fentanyl Is Now Murder in Texas

The state of Texas has enacted a law creating the offense of fentanyl murder. This legislation, which took effect September 1, 2023, targets individuals who sell or otherwise distribute fentanyl to recipients who die as a result of taking the powerful synthetic opioid. Texas now joins about 30 states that have enacted drug-induced homicide statutes, Read More

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Intoxication Manslaughter – Reduced Sentence

While client was already on probation for DWI when arrested for Intoxication Manslaughter. Client pleaded guilty to the jury and jury awarded probation where State sought prison term from the jury.

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