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512-369-3737 get direction You may have heard of a crime of passion but wonder how it impacts people in the legal sense. In the state of Texas, the distinction between a crime of passion and murder is extremely important. That’s why it’s vital t...
While other states list manslaughter in various forms, the Texas Penal Code (Section 19.04) defines manslaughter in simpler terms. Involuntary or accidental manslaughter means causing another person’s death as the result of r...
Being released on your own recognizance (OR) in Texas means being released from jail without having to post bail, with a written promise to appear in court for all upcoming proceedings. That’s why you should contact a cr...
Even if you are arrested and the charge is dismissed, it’s only part of the legal battle. You will still have the arrest on your public record. Arrest records are not instantly removed from the public eye, even if an arrest d...
A minor who buys, attempts to purchase, or drinks alcohol may face some large fines and possibly jail time for a third offense. Anyone facing these allegations needs help from an Austin criminal defense attorney right away. ...
The state of Texas has recently experienced a surge of conspiracy charges - charges that have created shockwaves within the state’s legal system. For example, in July 2023, 22 people pled guilty for their roles in transp...
If you get stopped and ticketed while driving, you won't violate the terms of your probation after committing a felony. However, committing any crimes, such as reckless driving, DWI, or burglary, can get you into hot water. In ...
If you kill someone on purpose, you’ll end up in jail. However, you can also end up incarcerated if you kill someone by accident. For example, a crime of passion may end in death. While a person may not have meant to kill som...
In Texas, involuntary manslaughter means unintentionally causing the death of another person through reckless behavior or criminal negligence. Voluntary manslaughter means intentionally killing another person in the heat of pas...
Texas is home to the fastest speed limit in the United States, with stretches of State Highway 130 having a limit of 85 miles per hour. Even with liberal speed limits, many drivers choose to drive faster than the speed limit pe...
Many people believe that public intoxication charges are not serious matters. While this is generally a misdemeanor charge under Texas law, there is still a possibility of lasting consequences, including having a criminal recor...
Many people believe that obtaining a fake ID is a rite of passage and not a big deal. After all, many college kids know plenty of friends with fake IDs, so why shouldn’t they have one? In reality, several laws in Texas make p...
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