What is Felony Murder in Texas?
In Texas, you can be charged with murder even if you never intended to kill anyone. Under the felony murder rule in Texas Penal Code § 19.02, a person who…
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What’s the Difference Between Probation and Deferred Adjudication?
The key difference: Straight probation results in a conviction on your record. Deferred adjudication does not. If you successfully complete deferred adjudication, your case is dismissed and no conviction is…
Understanding Domestic Violence Charges in Texas
What Are Domestic Violence Charges in Texas? In Texas, “domestic violence” is not a standalone charge. It is a label applied to assault and related offenses when the alleged victim…
25 Facts About Prenuptial Agreements in Texas
A prenuptial agreement — also called a premarital agreement or antenuptial agreement — is a written contract signed before marriage that determines how financial matters will be handled during the…
Supreme Court: Freight Brokers Can Be Sued for Hiring Unsafe Truckers
What Montgomery v. Caribe Transport Means for You On May 14, 2026, the United States Supreme Court handed down a unanimous decision that changes the landscape for anyone injured in…
101 DWI Facts – Plus 15 Actionable Tips to Avoid a DWI
In Texas, you can be charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) even without consuming alcohol. Under Texas Penal Code § 49.04, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while…
Is Selling Fake Drugs Illegal In Texas?
What Texas law makes selling fake drugs a crime? Under Chapter 482.002 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, a person commits the offense of “unlawful delivery or manufacture with intent…
Protective Order Violation in Dallas: What To Know
If you’ve been charged with a protective order violation in Dallas, you’re facing a Class A misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine. In…
Texas Divorce: Getting Your Spouse to Leave the Marital Home
In Texas, you cannot force your spouse to leave the marital home without a court order, even if your name is the only one on the mortgage or lease. The…