In a significant legislative move aimed at combating online harassment and exploitation, the federal government has enacted the “Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and…
Ross Ulbricht, better known by his online pseudonym “Dread Pirate Roberts” (DPR), created what became the most sophisticated and extensive criminal marketplace on the internet – the Silk Road. His…
In Texas, you can be charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) even without consuming alcohol. Under Texas Penal Code § 49.04 , it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle…
Do You Need a Front License Plate in Texas? Yes, Texas requires two license plates. Under Texas Transportation Code § 504.943 , every vehicle operated on a public highway must…
Super Bowl LX is this Sunday, and whether you’re hosting a watch party, heading to a bar, or tailgating in Texas, one bad decision could land you in handcuffs. Every…
Texas recognizes four culpable mental states: intentionally, knowingly, recklessly, and negligently. These mental states, known as mens rea (Latin for “guilty mind”), determine what the prosecution must prove about a…
Can a child be prosecuted as an adult in Texas? Under Texas Penal Code § 8.07, a person under age 15 generally cannot be prosecuted for criminal offenses except in…
No. In most cases, it is not legal to put a GPS tracker on someone else’s car in Texas. Under Texas Penal Code § 16.06 , knowingly installing a tracking…
A grand jury in Texas is a group of 12 citizens who decide whether there is enough evidence to formally charge someone with a felony. If at least nine grand…