What Is Probable Cause in Texas? | Varghese Summersett Explains
If a police officer arrested you, searched your car, or got a warrant for your home, one phrase decides whether that was legal: probable cause. It is one of the…
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Injured by an Uber or Lyft Driver: Three Coverage Periods That Determine Your Recovery
You were hit by an Uber or Lyft driver. The crash happened, you’re hurt, and now you’re learning that figuring out who pays is more complicated than a standard car…
Chatrie v United States: Geofence Warrants Constitute a Search under the Fourth Amendment
In Chatrie v. United States, a divided Supreme Court held that police conduct a Fourth Amendment “search” when they obtain a person’s cell-phone location data from Google through a geofence…
Super Bowl Streakers: What is the the Punishment for Streaking
What Happened With the Super Bowl LX Streaker? During the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, a shirtless spectator sprinted onto the field…
How to Stay Out of Jail on Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl LX is this Sunday, and whether you’re hosting a watch party, heading to a bar, or tailgating in Texas, one bad decision could land you in handcuffs. Every…
Is Texas a Two-Plate State? Front and Rear License Plates
Do You Need a Front License Plate in Texas? Yes, Texas requires two license plates. Under Texas Transportation Code § 504.943, every vehicle operated on a public highway must display…
What happens when a bondsman goes off bond?
When a bail bondsman “goes off bond” in Texas, it means they’ve revoked their financial guarantee and surrendered you into custody. Your original bond is gone. Getting back out requires…
What is a Third Degree Felony in Texas? | Penal Code 12.34
What is a Third Degree Felony Texas? A third degree felony in Texas carries 2 to 10 years in state prison and a fine of up to $10,000. It is…
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 “guilty mind”), determine what the prosecution must prove about a…