Moten v. State, No. 10-24-00183-CR (Tex. App.—Waco Oct. 9, 2025) In a significant decision clarifying prosecutor discovery obligations under Texas law, the Tenth Court of Appeals recently addressed whether the…
The numbers tell a devastating story. In 2024, 1,053 people were killed in Texas crashes involving alcohol-impaired drivers — accounting for over 25 percent of all traffic deaths in our…
Why Middle-Aged Women Are Getting Caught Shoplifting in Texas More middle-aged women are facing shoplifting charges in Texas than ever before, and the reasons go far deeper than simple greed…
New Texas Laws: School Liability for Sexual Abuse in Public Schools and Mandatory Reporting for Public and Private Schools During the 89th Texas Legislature, lawmakers passed the most significant reform…
Is Lane Splitting Legal in Texas? No, lane splitting is illegal in Texas. Since September 1, 2023, Texas Transportation Code § 545.0605 explicitly prohibits motorcyclists from riding between lanes of…
Understanding Age of Consent by State The age of consent is the legal age at which a person is considered mature enough to consent to sexual activity. This age varies…
How Do You Write a Character Letter for a Judge? A character letter for a judge is a written statement from someone who knows the defendant, asking the court to…
In Texas, being engaged in criminal activity does not automatically eliminate your right to claim self-defense. It costs you a legal presumption, not the defense itself. A landmark 2026 decision…
Massage parlor raids in Texas have become increasingly common as law enforcement agencies target businesses suspected of prostitution, solicitation, and human trafficking. These operations are often the result of long-term…