In the movies and on television, criminal charges always lead to thorough investigations and dramatic courtroom encounters. But that's not how things really work. In the real world, more than 97% of all charges lead to plea bargains, and innocent Texans may find thems...

When a police officer arrests you for drunk driving, it is an intimidating and jarring experience. If you receive a conviction for a first-offense DWI, these are the potential penalties: 180 days of jail time Driver license suspension for one year $2,000 ...

Plea agreements are great for a number of reasons, but they also have some downsides. Before you decide to take a plea deal, it’s a good idea to look into the benefits and disadvantages of doing so. With the options of a plea deal, you’re really choosing one of ...

The Texas Department of Transportation is transparent when it comes to the effects that DWIs have on the state of Texas. One person is killed or hurt in a crash that involves alcohol approximately every 20 minutes. This is often enough to make it a major concern that ...

There is a common misconception that crimes related to fraud, especially financial fraud, are not very serious. The average person could incorrectly think of fraud as a victimless crime, although it can have a serious financial impact for its victims. People might mis...

Being involved in the criminal justice system can be a costly journey. Many people don’t realize that there are fees and fines that people have to pay. These add up quickly and can be financially devastating to the people who have to pay them. When you are thinking...

It's not your imagination if you think you're seeing more law enforcement officers on the Texas highways and secondary roads. Beginning with Thanksgiving weekend and extending through the New Year's holiday, there is an increased police presence designed to keep motor...

When a parent is involved in a crime, a child protective services investigation may be opened to explore whether the child is safe in the home. CPS investigations are scary for parents, because many don’t know what these investigations involve and whether they wil...

If you are a suspect in a crime, it is important that you know how to protect yourself and what you should or should not do during an investigation. You may know that you should call your attorney right away, but what else will help? Here are a few tips on how to pr...

If you were previously accused of a crime and found innocent or acquitted, then you need to know about double jeopardy. Perhaps someone claims that they looked at the evidence in a new way and can change the way they prosecute the case, or another thinks that you just...