World Cup 2026 Texas: Don’t Get Arrested (and What to Do if You Do)
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has arrived, and North Texas sits at the center of it. AT&T Stadium in Arlington, renamed Dallas Stadium for the tournament, will host nine matches…
School Threats in Texas: The Crimes and Consequences
Southlake officials canceled classes at two high schools last school year after learning of a potential threat of a school shooting. Officials said the threat involved a message written on…
Age | Affirmative Defenses in Criminal Cases in Texas
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…
Criminal Consequences for AI-Generated Pornography in Texas
Criminal Consequences of AI-Generated Pornography in Texas Texas has enacted some of the nation’s most comprehensive laws addressing AI-generated pornography, particularly content involving minors. As of September 1, 2025, both…
Deepfake Porn: Texas Law & New Federal Legislation
In short: Texas Penal Code 21.165 makes it a Class A misdemeanor to knowingly produce or distribute deepfake pornography of a real person without their consent, punishable by up to…
What is a Third Degree Felony in Texas?
What is a Third Degree Felony Texas? A third degree felony in Texas carries 2 to 10 years in state prison and a fine of up to $10,000. It is…
Mental States: Intentionally, Knowingly, Negligently, Recklessly
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…
What’s Next for Diddy? Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer Answer
What’s Next for Diddy? A Guide to Federal Sentencing Sean “Diddy” Combs faces an uncertain future after a federal jury found him guilty on two counts of transportation to engage…
Dread Pirate Roberts: Silk Road Creator to Presidential Pardon
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…