Allen Charge: What is it and When it is Used in a Criminal Trial?
What is an Allen Charge? In most jurisdictions, jury verdicts in a criminal trial must be unanimous, but what happens if deliberations stall or break down? If the jury sends…
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Is It Illegal to Wear Headphones While Driving in Texas?
Is It Illegal to Wear Headphones While Driving in Texas? No state law in Texas makes it illegal to wear headphones while driving in Texas. There are times when you…
What is the Attorney-Client Privilege in Texas?
If you need legal help, it’s important to be honest and open with your attorney. That’s the only way the attorney can fully understand your unique situation and provide the…
Can Personal Injury Settlements Affect Child Support in Texas?
When someone has been injured in an accident and receives a personal injury settlement, the money is intended to cover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses….
What Is Child Endangerment In Texas?
Pursuant to Penal Code 22.041, endangering a child in Texas occurs when a person places a child under the age of 15 in danger of death, bodily injury, or physical or…
Dealing with a False Accusation of Domestic Violence
False Accusations of Domestic Violence: A Serious Problem Prosecutors love talking about domestic violence. Tarrant County put up billboards and signs that say “not in my community.” No one will…
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Violent Juvenile Crimes In Texas [Defending Tough Cases]
Violent juvenile crimes in Texas are on the rise, and in Tarrant County, that’s especially true with homicides. In fact, homicides increased 80 percent from 2020 to 2021, the most recent…
Amendment 821 Reduction | Two Level Reduction Eligibility Quiz
In a landmark decision, the United States Sentencing Commission (USSC) has voted 4-to-3 in favor of the delayed retroactive application of Amendment 821, which pertains to criminal history. This significant…
The First Step Act: What You Need To Know
What is the First Step Act? The First Step Act, formally known as the Formerly Incarcerated Reenter Society Transformed Safely Transitioning Every Person Act, signed into law on December 21,…