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legalassistant@wm-attorneys.com 512-369-3737 get directionMany 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...
The criminal justice system in the State of Texas can be extremely confusing to navigate – especially if you are trying to do so on your own. Given their similarities, people often think that the terms “parole” and “pro...
Sexual assault is one of the most serious offenses that an individual could face in Texas. Since federal codes and statutes have sex crime laws in place, a federal prosecutor technically has the discretion to assert jurisdictio...
Under the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, every individual who is accused of committing a crime has a right to hear the charges that the government is bringing against them. In Texas, accused individuals have an oppor...
When accusing an individual of committing a crime, the state prosecutor handling the case will typically draft a criminal information document, including various details surrounding the alleged crime. Even in cases where the ac...
It’s important to understand how self-defense works in Texas. Otherwise, you may end up facing charges of assault, battery, or even homicide. Using reasonable force is allowed. However, you have to present evidence of self-de...
The criminal process can be intimidating and confusing, and the justice system does not automatically uphold a defendant’s rights. Many defendants have no idea what they can and cannot do to move their case forward and presen...
If you live in Texas and want to drink alcohol, you legally have to be 21 to enjoy the privilege. A minor who buys alcohol, tries to purchase alcohol, possesses or consumes alcoholic beverages, or has alcohol in their system wh...
When you attend a criminal arraignment hearing, the court will inform you of the charges against you, and you will enter your formal plea. In Texas, as in most other jurisdictions, criminal defendants have the option to enter d...
In 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...
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