What are Drones? A drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle or “UAV.” They are commonly operated remotely and often carry audio and video recording equipment. Drones are becoming increasingly popular for recreational and…
Tarrant County District Attorney Phil Sorrells took over as the new District Attorney effective January 1, 2023. Tarrant County District Attorney Phone Numbers Below are the extensions for the Tarrant…
Substitute Assets in Criminal Asset Forfeiture: Substitute Assets are one of the most powerful forfeiture theories in the Government’s ability to seek the forfeiture of property that isn’t connected to…
TDCJ Inmate Search The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) houses inmates from across Texas. This page provides general information about TDCJ, a link to the TDCJ Inmate Search, and…
Can Police Unlock Your Phone? Recent advances in cryptographic technology and the widespread use of free, open-source [1] cryptography have made encrypted information pervasive in our everyday lives. Apple and…
Now that cameras are a ubiquitous part of our lives, the power to film is always at our fingertips. Videos posted on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook have become supplements to…
Can You Be Held Criminally Responsible for Another? Yes. Texas has specifically abolished any distinctions between “accomplice” and “principal” culpability. That makes each person criminally responsible as a “party” to…
What is Invasive Visual Recording in Texas? Penal Code Section 21.15 , now known as Invasive Visual Recording (formerly Improper Photography or Visual Recording), outlines instances in which taking a…
In Texas, a grand jury is made up of 12 people who determine whether or not there is probable cause to believe that a felony offense occurred. It only inquires…