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contact@wm-attorneys.comIn a society governed by laws, truth-telling stands as a cornerstone of justice. Honesty upholds the integrity of investigations and ensures that justice is served appropriately. In this vein, misleading the police is not only ...
Most people associate assault offenses with physical altercations or harm. However, if someone abuses someone verbally without a physical aspect, is it against the law? It surprises many people to learn that what they say mi...
Although it’s not considered good etiquette, spitting is considered illegal. So, if you spit on someone, whether out of rage or frustration, you may also be charged with assault. This crime is defined under Texas Penal C...
If you have had a run-in with the law, you are probably wondering if your criminal record clears after a certain amount of time. Some people have the misconception that their criminal record will “clear” after a period...
According to estimates, about 140 million traffic cones are used throughout the world. Snatching a traffic cone might seem like an unusual theft. Many people who get caught up in the thrill of stealing a traffic control device ...
An open container in the State of Texas is any item, that contains any amount of alcohol, and which is unsealed. Yeti cups, thermoses, cans, opened bottles, and flasks that are capped – but which were previously opened – al...
In most situations, police officers are the ones who file criminal charges against an individual, but in some cases, a private citizen may petition for criminal charges to be filed. Generally speaking, mere allegations are...
If you were recently involved in an incident that you think might lead to criminal charges, there are certain steps that you should take right away. First, it is important that you take prompt legal action because once charges ...
A witness is someone who has the authority to testify in a criminal case – and in particular, at a criminal trial. The state prosecutor may call a witness, such as a police officer or an eyewitness, in order to satisfy their ...
When it comes to deadly weapons, the image of a large knife or gun often comes to mind. However, many other tools, devices, and instruments may constitute deadly weapons in Texas. If a state prosecutor charges you with ass...
A person could be charged with aggravated assault in Texas if they commit an assault using a deadly weapon – or if they commit an assault that results in serious bodily injury to another person. Pursuant to the Texas statute,...
The State of Texas divides criminal offenses into felonies and misdemeanors, with felonies being the more serious charges. Although Class C misdemeanors are less-serious criminal offenses, they can still garner penalties if you...
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