The law is made to protect the public. Part of this includes making sure that consumers and the public are not deceived in the marketplace. In some cases, making the mistake of not following these rules may result in being charged with federal crimes in Texas. This appears to be what is happening with television’s […]

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Those who have been arrested for certain crimes may not realize exactly how it might affect their future. People in this scenario may have difficulty obtaining housing, applying for college or qualifying for a loan. This can occur even when a person is found not guilty of the crime they were accused of committing, as […]

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Those who are accused of driving while intoxicated likely know just how seriously these crimes are taken by law enforcement. What they may not be aware of is the potential for harsher punishments due to other circumstances around the incident. For example, those convicted of drunk driving while a minor is riding in their vehicle […]

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Crimes that are nonviolent often have different punishments than those that involve violence. Those who are accused of nonviolent crimes, such as fraud, may mistakenly believe that the possible punishments won’t be as severe as crimes like rape or murder. This is not always the case. Certain crimes — such as identity theft — can […]

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Domestic violence is a serious issue affecting individuals across the country, including many right here in Texas. As October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, it seems appropriate to discuss what domestic violence is, who it can affect and what criminal penalties may be associated with accusations of this type of behavior. The state of Texas […]

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Texas parents of children and teens who are accused of various crimes may assume that their age offers them some protection. Nothing could be further from the truth. Depending on the offense and the circumstances around it, punishments may not only be harsh, but some children may be tried as adults in the main criminal […]

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Accusations of sexual assault can be a difficult experience for most defendants. These charges are even more difficult to deal with when the accusations involve a child. These types of charges can drastically affect those accused and their families, if a conviction should occur in a Texas criminal courtroom. A 52-year-old man faces criminal charges […]

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