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…
Is it Illegal to Dab in Texas? | Possession of THC Wax, BHO, Hash Oil and Cannabis Concentrates
Updated July 31, 2026: Texas now treats synthetically created forms of THC as controlled substances, including delta-8, delta-10, THCP and THCA flower. Possession is charged as a state jail felony,…
Affirmative Defenses in Texas | What is an Affirmative Defense to a Crime?
An affirmative defense allows a defendant to avoid legal responsibility for the charged offense. When a defendant uses an affirmative defense, the defendant is admitting guilt. However, the affirmative defense…
Capital Punishment: The State of the Death Penalty in Tarrant County and Texas
Two death penalty trials recently concluded in Tarrant County, marking the third time in 2024 that prosecutors have pursued the death penalty and got it. This is particularly notable because,…
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…
Fake Vehicle Inspections In Texas | “Clean Scan” Scam
If you have been paying attention to the news lately, you’ve probably heard about Texas law enforcement cracking down on fake vehicle inspections, or the so-called “Clean Scanned” scam. This…
The Track Meet Murder: A Legal Look at a Tragic Encounter Between Two Texas Teens
On April 2, 2025, a devastating incident during a high school track meet in Frisco left a community in mourning and raised difficult questions about youth violence and the fragile…
Judge Brent Carr Receives Silver Gavel Award
Since 1996, the Silver Gavel Award has been presented by the Tarrant County Bar Association to a current or former member of the Tarrant County judiciary who served Tarrant County…
Is BDSM Legal in Texas? Consenting to BDSM in Texas | Felony BDSM
What is BDSM? BDSM refers to bondage and discipline (B&D), dominance and submission (D&S), and sadism & masochism (S&M). These terms are collectively referred to as BDSM. Whether you decide to…