If you or a loved one have been arrested in Denton County, you will want to first confirm their location in jail. This page provides you with information that will assist you in locating your loved one. We have also provided you with information about our criminal defense firm, and tips on when to hire […]
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The Backdrop: A Nationwide Movement towards Decriminalization and Legalization Recreational Use As of 2017, twenty-eight states currently allow for the legal use of some form of marijuana, with eight states and one territory allowing for recreational use. Legalization of recreational marijuana for those over 21 started with Colorado and Washington in 2012. Then, in 2014,
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What Is an Occupational Driver License in Texas? An occupational driver license (ODL) or “occupational license” is a judicially-issued permit to drive a vehicle in Texas after a person’s license has been suspended. A driver license suspension is a collateral consequence that can stem from a DWI arrest or conviction or a conviction on a
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Many of us — the author included — were spanked by our parents growing up. It wasn’t uncommon for mom or dad to spank us with whatever they could get their hands on — belts, wooden spoons, switches. Times have changed, however, and corporal punishment is not as acceptable as it used to be. In fact,
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People think since you can purchase CBD at almost any corner store in Texas, that it must be legal. Even elected district attorneys have different opinions about the legality of CBD oil in Texas. In this article we’re going to take a look at the circumstances under which CBD oil is legal and the arguments
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A federal statute of limitations dictates the time in which a criminal case can be filed in court. Failure to file before the statute of limitations bars a case from being instituted. This protects the quality of evidence and the ability of both sides to prepare an adequate case. Statutes of limitations on federal cases vary
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Looking for a Drug Offender Education Program (DOEP)? Look no further. Here’s the entire list of Drug Offender Education Programs. The list is also available as a downloadable PDF file here: DOEP in Tarrant, Johnson and Dallas Counties . Contact Us About DOEP Possibilities If you have been charged with possession of a controlled substance
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Do you need a front license plate in Texas? Texas is a two-plate state, which means drivers are supposed to have license plates on the front and back of their vehicles. Not having a front license plate means an officer has probable cause to stop you at any time, and you may receive a citation
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The Court of Criminal Appeals handed down State v. Martinez , answering whether the State’s testing of blood previously drawn by hospital personnel for medical purposes constitutes a search under the Fourth Amendment. In facts similar to those in State v. Martinez, in 1991 the Court of Criminal Appeals handed down the plurality opinion in State v. Comeaux that
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