Protective Orders
A protective order is a court order issued to stop continuing acts of family violence, human trafficking, or stalking. Family Violence Under the Family Code, family violence includes: An act…
How to Tell Your Spouse You Want a Divorce [8 Tips]
Telling your spouse you want a divorce is not easy. Delivering hurtful news never is. It’s important to approach the conversation with a clear head and an open heart, even…
Open Container Laws in Texas | Where are Open Containers Allowed?
Can you have a drink in the back of a limo? What about a re-corked bottle of wine in your car—or an open drink while walking down the street? Texas…
Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student in Texas
What Does the Law Say about Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student in Texas? An Improper Relationship Between Teacher and Student is a crime under Texas law, regardless of the…
Early Release Probation in Texas | Early Release Deferred Adjudication
Community supervision for criminal offenses in Texas takes two forms: straight probation and deferred adjudication. More than 380,000 adults are on probation in Texas. This article discusses early release from probation…
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…
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…
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…