Kids and Guns: Making a Firearm Accessible to a Child in Texas
Whether for hunting, sport shooting or protection, Texans love their guns. In fact, more than 46 percent of people living...
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Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student in Texas
What Does the Law Say about Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student in Texas? An Improper Relationship Between Teacher and...
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Mental States: Intentionally, Knowingly, Negligently, Recklessly
Texas recognizes four culpable mental states: intentionally, knowingly, recklessly, and negligently. These mental states, known as mens rea (Latin for...
Read More 9 Tips for Testifying in Court | Taking the Witness Stand
Testifying in criminal court can be nerve-wracking. The stakes are high and, in many cases, someone’s freedom is on the...
Read More The Age of Criminal Responsibility in Texas: A Look at House Bill 122
What is the Age of Criminal Responsibility in Texas? In Texas, 17-year-olds can’t vote, serve on a jury, play lotto,...
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What is UCW in Texas? Unlawful Carry of Weapon in Texas
What is Unlawful Carry of a Weapon? Unlawful Carry of a Weapon, or UCW, refers to offenses involving the illegal...
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Tarrant County SWIFT Program | Tarrant County SWIFT Probation
What is the Tarrant County SWIFT Program? The Tarrant County SWIFT program is a post-plea, intensive probation program that gives...
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Arrests in Texas | When Can Officers Make an Arrest? | Lawful Arrests
You would think defining “arrest” would be a simple task, but nothing could be further from the truth. There are...
Read More What is a Motion in Limine in a Criminal Trial in Texas?
A Motion in Limine is common in criminal trials, both at the state and federal level. It is a motion...
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