What is a Grand Jury and How Does it Work in Texas?
In Texas, a grand jury is made up of 12 people who determine whether or not there is probable cause to believe that a felony offense occurred. It only inquires…
Can Police Take DNA Without a Warrant?
Can Officers Take Discarded Items and Have Them Tested for DNA? Police officers are known to take discarded items and have them tested for DNA. In March of 2015, the…
Where Can I Take a Drug Offender Class? | Drug Offender Education Program (DOEP)
Looking for a Drug Offender Education Program (DOEP)? Look no further. Here’s the entire list of Drug Offender Education Programs. The list is also available as a downloadable PDF file…
Tarrant County Criminal Courts: Where to Go and What to Expect
If you have been arrested for a felony or a non-traffic misdemeanor offense, your case will be heard in one of the 20 criminal courts in downtown Fort Worth….
Burden of Proof Chart: What is Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt?
Burdens of Proof Innocent until proven guilty. Proof beyond a reasonable doubt. These are not just clichés or catch-phrases. They are standards and burdens imposed on the prosecution to avoid…
Judge Brent Carr Receives Silver Gavel Award
Since 1996, the Silver Gavel Award has been presented by the Tarrant County Bar Association to a current or former member of the Tarrant County judiciary who served Tarrant County…
Illegally Stopped? Understanding Reasonable Suspicion
Were you illegally stopped? Police officers often joke that if they cannot find a legal reason to stop your vehicle within 200 yards, then they are not doing a good…
Denton County Jail Information | Denton County Inmate Locator
If you or a loved one have been arrested in Denton County, you will want to first confirm their location in jail. This page provides you with information that will…
Tarrant County Jails | County and City Jails
Locate an Inmate in Tarrant County Jails If you or a loved one has been arrested in Tarrant County, you’ve come to the right place. We have compiled this guide…