Common Law Marriage in Texas Defined
Common Law Marriage Most people in Texas know a couple who say something along the lines of, “We’ve lived together for so long, we are considered common law married.” But…
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Is Leaving A Child In A Vehicle In Texas Illegal?
It’s a hot summer day, and you are out running errands with your toddler. You park in a convenience store parking lot and notice that your baby is asleep in…
What Is a Presentence Investigation Report? | Federal and State Presentence Reports
In short: A presentence investigation report, called a PSI in Texas state court and a PSR in federal court, is a report the judge uses to decide punishment. A probation…
Can Police Unlock your Phone | Police Search
Can Police Unlock Your Phone? Recent advances in cryptographic technology and the widespread use of free, open-source [1] cryptography have made encrypted information pervasive in our everyday lives. Apple and…
Holder v State: Texas Court Says Constitution Protects Cell Site Location
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…
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.
Courtroom Etiquette 101: The Do’s And Don’ts Of The Courtroom
For one reason or another, just about everyone will enter a criminal courtroom at some point in their lives. Whether you’re a defendant, a potential juror, or a college student…
What’s the Difference Between a Federal Criminal Complaint & Indictment?
Federal Criminal Complaint & Indictment While most offenses people hear about in the movies or the news involve state crimes such as murder, burglary, drug possession, and the like,…
Tarrant County Jails | Inmate Search | City Jails
Bonding someone out of Tarrant County Jail typically takes 24 to 48 hours. The process involves booking, magistration, and release processing. If you’re trying to locate an inmate in Tarrant…