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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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 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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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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On April 2, 2025, a devastating incident during a high school track meet in Frisco left a community in mourning and raised difficult questions about youth violence and the fragile line between rivalry and real-life consequences. Austin Metcalf, 17, a student-athlete at Frisco Memorial High School, was fatally stabbed in the chest in front of
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What is Fentanyl Murder? Fentanyl murder is defined in Texas Penal Code 19.02(b)4 and refers to the criminal charge arising out of the delivery or manufacturing of fentanyl that results in a death. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that can be fatal even in small doses. Why Did the Fentanyl Murder Statute Become Law? The
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Criminal solicitation of a minor is a serious offense in Texas, and it happens more often than many realize. Law enforcement agencies and prosecutors aggressively pursue these cases, particularly when they involve violent crimes, sexual offenses, or human trafficking. Even a mere request or suggestion—without any action taken by the minor—can be enough to result
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A Shift from Departures to Variances Under 18 U.S.C. § 3553(a) On December 19, 2024, the United States Sentencing Commission (the “Commission”) proposed a transformative amendment to the Federal Sentencing Guidelines Manual (“Guidelines”), marking what could be the most significant overhaul since the Supreme Court’s landmark decision in United States v. Booker , 543 U.S.
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Cite and Release is a law enforcement policy where officers can issue citations (similar to traffic tickets) instead of making arrests for certain low-level offenses, requiring the person to appear in court at a later date rather than going to jail immediately. In other words, individuals can be charged with certain offenses without being arrested
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