9 Tips for Testifying in Court | Taking the Witness Stand
Testifying in criminal court can be nerve-wracking. The stakes are high and, in many cases, someone’s freedom is on the line. It’s imperative to put your best foot forward and…
Police Jurisdiction: Can Cops Stop Me Outside their City in Texas?
Police Jurisdiction in Texas: Who Can Stop You and Where? Texas has one of the most complex law enforcement structures in the United States. From city police officers to Texas…
Perjury in Texas: Can Lying Under Oath Really Land You in Jail?
What is perjury in Texas? Perjury in Texas is the act of knowingly making a false statement, either verbally or in writing, while under oath or affirmation in any official…
7 Things You Should Never Do If Stopped For DWI in Texas
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, nearly 90,000 Texas drivers were pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated in 2021. Of those cases, nearly 12,000 were convicted…
Illegally Stopped? Understanding Reasonable Suspicion
Were you illegally stopped? Police officers often joke that if they cannot find a legal reason to stop your vehicle within 200 yards, then they are not doing a good…
Your Silence is Insufficient to Invoke Your Right to Remain Silent
You Must Speak Up to Invoke Your Right to Remain Silent What is Your Right to Remain Silent? “You have the right to remain silent.” Everyone has heard this line…
Realities of the Right to a Speedy Trial in Texas
In Texas, you have a constitutional right to a speedy trial, but the law does not define exactly how long is too long. Generally, a delay approaching one year can…
Court Appointed Attorneys in Texas | What You Need to Know
Every person charged with a crime in the United States has a constitutional right to an attorney. The Texas Legislature passed the Fair Defense Act to provide prompt and fair…
Smallville Star’s DUI Arrest: Was He Actually “Driving?”
Tom Welling, the 47-year-old actor best known for portraying Clark Kent in the Superman prequel series Smallville, was recently arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Yreka, California. The…