Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse in Texas In Texas, anyone who suspects a child has been abused or neglected has a legal obligation to report it. Educators are held to an even higher standard and can face harsher punishment for trying to conceal abuse. Here’s an overview of Texas mandatory reporting laws and the crime […]
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In Texas, it is not uncommon for judges to issue gag orders in high-profile criminal cases. But what exactly is a gag order and why are they necessary? In this article, we will discuss gag orders in Texas, their purpose, and the consequences of violating one. What is a gag order? A gag order is
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When most people think of Texas, they think of cowboys, cattle, and the Wild West. However, there is another side to Texas that is often overlooked – its divorce rate. Nearly 12 percent of people will be divorced by age 30 in the Lone Star State. In this blog post, we throw out 10 fascinating
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The Tarrant County Veterans Court Program is a diversion program for veterans of our military services. Veterans pay the cost for our freedom. This is a sacrifice that extends far beyond active duty in the military. Our men and women in uniform, both home and abroad, are exposed to difficulties which can manifest as Post-Traumatic Stress
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Dog Sniff: What Did the Supreme Court Conclude in Rodriguez v. United States? Today the Supreme Court released an opinion in Rodriguez v. United States answering whether police routinely may extend an otherwise-completed traffic stop, absent reasonable suspicion, in order to conduct a dog sniff. The Supreme Court held that officers violate the Fourth Amendment
On March 11, 2020, the Court of Criminal Appeals of Texas handed down Holder v. State, an opinion stemming from a capital murder case that could have far-reaching consequences regarding the way investigators obtain cell site location information in the future. Specifically, the high court held that obtaining 23 days of cellphone location tracking dates
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Divorce Modification and Post-Divorce Disputes After a divorce is finalized, you may find yourself back in court with your ex-spouse. If you agreed to a settlement, a child custody arrangement, or any other divorce-related agreement, you may need to modify or enforce the terms of your arrangement. Issues that come up after the divorce is
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Abuse of a Corpse is Now a Felony in Texas Over the past decade, a number of “abuse of a corpse” cases in Texas have made headlines. Most notably in 2014, a husband and wife were arrested after eight decomposing bodies were found in their Fort Worth funeral home. They were accused of taking money
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Being unexpectedly served with divorce papers can set off a flood of emotions – anger, sadness, confusion. Most people have no idea what to do next. Do you just accept it – or should you file paperwork of your own? In this article, we are going to discuss your options, including filing an answer and
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