Common Law Marriage in Texas Defined
Common Law Marriage Most people in Texas know a couple who say something along the lines of, “We’ve lived together for so long, we are considered common law married.” But…
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Federal Firearms Charges: 2026 Guide to Federal Gun Charges & Penalties
Federal firearms charges are prosecuted under Title 18 of the U.S. Code — primarily 18 U.S.C. §§ 922 and 924 — and they carry some of the harshest penalties in…
Can Police Unlock your Phone | Police Search
Can Police Unlock Your Phone? Recent advances in cryptographic technology and the widespread use of free, open-source [1] cryptography have made encrypted information pervasive in our everyday lives. Apple and…
Some Pre-Trial Diversion Programs Are Convictions for Immigration
Will Diversions Lead to Deportation? Pre-trial diversion programs are often used as a tool to avoid a criminal conviction. Whether or not something is a “conviction” depends entirely on the…
Fake Vehicle Inspections In Texas | “Clean Scan” Scam
If you have been paying attention to the news lately, you’ve probably heard about Texas law enforcement cracking down on fake vehicle inspections, or the so-called “Clean Scanned” scam. This…
13 Federal Crimes that are Almost Too Bizarre to Believe
Talk about things that make you go hmmm. Here’s a look at 13 strange federal crimes that are still on the books today.
Is It Illegal To Leave Your Pet Outside In Snow Or Cold In Texas?
Is It Illegal to Leave a Pet Outside in the Cold in Texas? Yes, it is illegal to leave your pet outside in freezing conditions in Texas without adequate shelter,…
What’s the Difference Between a Federal Criminal Complaint & Indictment?
Federal Criminal Complaint & Indictment While most offenses people hear about in the movies or the news involve state crimes such as murder, burglary, drug possession, and the like,…
Affirmative Defenses in Texas | What is an Affirmative Defense to a Crime?
An affirmative defense allows a defendant to avoid legal responsibility for the charged offense. When a defendant uses an affirmative defense, the defendant is admitting guilt. However, the affirmative defense…