State v. Heath

State v. Heath: Court of Criminal Appeals Clarifies Criminal Discovery in Texas

State v. Heath: Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Clarifies Discovery Obligations On June 12, 2024, the Court of Criminal Appeals handed down its decision in Heath v. State. The State v. Heath decision affirmed that Texas law by statute requires prosecutors to disclose all relevant evidence in the possession of the State, regardless of whether

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Take it Down Act _ New Federal Offense for Deepfakes

TAKE IT DOWN Act Creates New Federal Offense for Deepfakes

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 Networks Act,” widely known as the TAKE IT DOWN Act . This new law creates federal criminal offenses designed to crack down on individuals who

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Deepfake porn

Deepfake Porn: Texas Law & New Federal Legislation

In an era where technology evolves faster than legislation, deepfake porn is a pressing issue that has garnered lawmakers’ attention. In 2023, Texas enacted a law specifically targeting deepfake pornography, and U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has proposed federal legislation that expands protections for victims and increases penalties for perpetrators, including juveniles. Melania Trump has now

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massage parlor raids in Texas

Massage Parlor Raids in Texas: Charges & Penalties

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 investigations involving local police, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) , and sometimes federal agencies. Whether you are a client, employee, or business

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What Did Diddy Do: Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer Answer

The Fall of an Empire: What Did Diddy Do? On September 16, 2023, the music and entertainment world was rocked by the arrest of Sean “Diddy” Combs, one of the most influential and wealthy figures in hip-hop history. The following day, federal prosecutors unsealed a bombshell indictment charging Combs with racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and

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VS Receives Rotary Minority Business Award

Varghese Summersett Receives Richard L. Knight Rotary Minority Business Award 

Varghese Summersett has received the Richard L. Knight Rotary Minority Business Award — a prestigious honor presented by the Rotary Club of Fort Worth to recognize minority-owned businesses that exemplify core values and best practices. Out of 125 nominated businesses, six finalists were selected and recognized on April 25 during a special awards luncheon held

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