When it comes to federal crimes, it is easy to get confused about the jurisdiction of the many law enforcement agencies and regulatory agencies that operate under the federal government. When you face a federal crime, it will be a federal agency and not a Texas agency...

People who have been charged with crimes may face a lifetime of consequences stemming from their decisions. When people become involved in criminal behavior at a young age, the course of their life may be drastically changed. Parents, teachers and educators who priori...

When people in Texas are convicted of drug crimes, there are many different sentences they can receive. From fines to jail time to drug treatment, the sentence depends on the severity of the crime, the number of times the offender has been convicted and state laws. So...

Anyone facing criminal charges knows how stressful they can be. After all, if the courts find you guilty of committing a serious crime, you may face years in prison. You may also experience a variety of life consequences that tend to accompany criminal convictions. ...

Children and teenagers in Texas are more connected to the outside world than ever before. They spend a lot of time online and share things that may be too personal. Although they are doing more adult-like things, this does not mean that their brains are developing any...

Anyone arrested and charged with a drug crime in Texas has a lot to think about. Besides the legal aspect, there is also the path that led to the charge to consider. Is time in drug rehab worth considering? Larger implications Drug charges do not usually happen t...

Every day people are accused of committing crimes in Texas, but most are considered innocent until proven guilty. There are times when a person may confess to a crime for many different reasons, but it is possible for someone to be coerced into confessing to a crime t...

Individuals under investigation for drug charges in Texas must understand that they can face prosecution from state and federal law enforcement authorities. It is also important to know the procedures these authorities use when seeking arrests. This typically involves...

For many Texans, late summer into early fall is a favorite time of the year. Families take the opportunity to get away and relax, while excitement slowly builds for football season. For those same reasons, it’s also a period notorious for drunk and dangerous drivin...

If your child has just been arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs, they may face criminal charges. Depending on their age, the severity of the charge may vary. Texas has a zero-tolerance policy. This means that an...