The Right To A Juvenile Attorney In Texas: What Parents Need To Know
Does my child need a juvenile attorney in Texas? If your child has been taken into custody and is charged with an offense, he or she must be represented by…
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Injury To An Elderly Or Disabled Person In Texas
What is Injury to an Elderly in Texas? Under Texas Penal Code Section 22.04, the offense of Injury to an Elderly occurs when a person causes injury to person who is…
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.
Top 5 Juvenile Crimes in Tarrant County
Tarrant County’s Most Common Juvenile Crimes Juvenile crimes are on the rise in North Texas. In 2023, Tarrant County Juvenile Services saw a 13.5 percent increase in formal referrals, totaling…
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Terminating Parental Rights in Texas: FAQ Answers [2022]
From time to time, clients ask us about terminating parental rights in Texas. Usually, it’s because the other parent is not involved in the child’s life or is exhibiting dangerous…
CPS Criminal Investigation: Do You Need A Criminal Lawyer?
It is not uncommon for a CPS investigation to occur at the same time a criminal investigation is taking place in Texas. This is especially true in cases involving allegations…
What Are Crimes of Moral Turpitude in Texas?
Crimes of Moral Turpitude in Texas A crime of moral turpitude is one that involves dishonesty, fraud, deceit, misrepresentation, or deliberate violence. Moral turpitude has been defined as: → Anything done…
What is the Right of First Refusal in Texas Custody Cases?
When child custody agreements are ironed out, parents sometimes include an optional clause called the “Right of First Refusal.” This requires a parent to offer the other parent the opportunity…
Texas Gang Laws | Gang Crimes in Texas | Criminal Defense
In Texas, not all crimes are created equal. This is especially true when we are talking about gang crimes. In an effort to crack down on gangs, legislators got creative…