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Felony Domestic Violence With Prior Convictions in Texas

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Felony Domestic Violence With Prior Convictions in Texas

A domestic violence charge in Texas can turn from a misdemeanor to a serious felony quickly, especially if you have any history of family violence convictions. If you face such a charge in the Houston area, you are confronting life-altering penalties that can affect your freedom, your family, and your future. The first step in […]

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What Are the Legal Consequences of a Sex Crime Conviction?

How Can a Sex Crimes Conviction Change Your Life? Being accused of a sex crime can change your life in an instant, and the consequences can be dire. If you’re facing allegations of inappropriate behavior, it’s imperative to understand what’s at stake and the legal consequences of a sex crime conviction you face so you

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Drug Crime Penalties and How a Strong Defense Can Reduce Sentencing

What Defendants Need to Know About Drug Charges and Sentencing  When you’re charged with a drug crime, your thoughts may initially go to your family and future. The criminal justice system can be unpredictable, and while a defense attorney will do everything they can to get an acquittal or the charges dismissed, there are times

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What Is the Role of DNA Evidence in Homicide and Sexual Assault Cases?

The Role of DNA Evidence in Homicide and Sexual Assault Cases DNA evidence has transformed how serious crimes like homicide and sexual assault are investigated and prosecuted. It brings objectivity to emotionally charged cases and gives voice to victims who might otherwise go unheard. DNA is part of a broader evidence picture, alongside witness statements,

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Can You Get Domestic Violence Charges Dropped Before Trial?

How Can You Get Charges of Assault on a Family Member Dropped? Relationships can be complicated, and every family faces challenges from time to time. When arguments arise, it’s easy for people to lose their tempers and do things they later regret — altercation or making false allegations of domestic violence against the other person.

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Steps to Take if You’re Accused of Homicide: Protecting Your Rights

What Should I Understand About Homicide Laws in Texas? Understanding the legal structure surrounding homicide in Texas is critical for anyone facing such charges. Homicide encompasses a range of offenses, such as murder, capital murder, manslaughter, and criminally negligent homicide. Each of these charges carries different legal definitions and penalties. What Should I Do Immediately

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How Can You Prove Consent in a Sexual Assault Defense Case?

Proof of consent has always been a major problem for both the prosecution and the defense in sexual assault cases. Unlike most crimes, much of the typical forensic evidence for sexual assault cannot prove or disprove consent. And it is very unlikely that there will be eyewitnesses. Thus, both the state and the defendant have

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Can You Avoid Jail Time for a First-Time Drug Offense?

What Are Different Types of Drug Offenses in the State of Texas? In Texas, drug crimes can range from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies depending on the types of drugs involved, the amount of drugs, as well as the unique circumstances related to the drug case. Drug possession is the most common type of drug

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What Are the Legal Defenses for Aggravated Assault Charges?

What is Aggravated Assault? Texas state law defines aggravated assault as knowingly, recklessly, or intentionally causing serious bodily harm to another person or displaying a deadly weapon while assaulting an individual. Serious bodily harm is further defined as an injury that creates a substantial risk of death or that causes permanent disfigurement, significantly diminished quality

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