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What is a Presentence Investigation Report? A Presentence Investigation Report, commonly known as a PSI in state court, is a document that judges use to help assess a defendant’s punishment…
If you have been arrested for a federal crime, you will be asked to enter an initial plea of “guilty” or “not guilty” very early in the process. This can…
President-elect Donald Trump was sentenced today in the New York hush money case, marking a historic moment in U.S. history. Judge Juan M. Merchan imposed an “unconditional discharge,” meaning Trump…
What is Evading Arrest? In Texas, the offense of evading arrest occurs when a person flees a police officer who is attempting to lawfully detain or arrest them. That is…
Understanding Garrity Warnings and Their Role in Criminal Investigations Garrity warnings play a crucial role in protecting the rights of public employees during internal investigations. This article delves into the…
The first hand shot up. “What are the laws about having a firearm in your car?” Then another. “If you refuse a field sobriety test, doesn’t your license get suspended?”…
What is FFL? The term FFL is used to describe a Federal Firearms License. We are often asked whether a person needs an FFL to sell a gun. The answer…
Every day people are injured in serious, even catastrophic, accidents in Texas. Wrecks , falls, fires, explosions, animal bites…the list of unexpected tragedies is endless. One minute someone is healthy…
What is TIPS (Theft Intervention Program)? Have you been charged with a criminal theft offense? If so, your attorney, a prosecutor, or the Community Supervision Corrections Department (CSCD) may require…
