When someone from Texas is charged with a drug-related offense, he or she may not understand the potential upset it might cause within his or her life. Those who are convicted of drug crimes could have trouble maintaining current employment or even finding a new position. This is not to mention what might happen to […]

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It is not uncommon for citizens here in Texas to face a DWI charge at some point in their lives. When this happens, they might not be aware of just how seriously prosecutors consider these types of offenses. A person convicted of drunk driving could face fines, lose his or her license, or even be […]

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When people are convicted of offenses relating to drugs, it has the potential to change their lives forever. If the person accused happens to be a young person, a sentence of significant jail time can be even more devastating. It is important that anyone, of any age, takes accusations of drug crimes seriously in order […]

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Some of our readers may have heard of the Federal Sentencing Guidelines. For those who are not familiar with them, the guidelines are a set of rules concerning the uniform imposition of sentences in federal criminal cases. Judges utilize these guidelines as a benchmark in issuing sentences, though they are not binding. Under a new […]

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In Texas, law enforcement takes any crimes relating to drug possession and/or trafficking very seriously. These types of offenses are punishable with significant jail time, high fines, or other means. Those who are accused of all types of drug crimes will want to be aware of the potential ramifications within all aspects of their lives. […]

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A woman who was subjected to an invasive body cavity search back in 2012 at the request of U.S. customs officials has reportedly reached a hefty settlement with the hospital that conducted the search. The lawsuit, filed by the American Civil Liberties Union, alleged that the woman was selected for random screening at Cordova Bridge […]

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Last Thursday, a grand jury in San Francisco indicted Federal Express on charges that it has been participating in a conspiracy to distribute prescription drugs and illegal substances ordered on the internet. The indictment lists a total of 11 counts. Among the drugs alleged to have been distributed by the mail carrier are Ambien, Valium, […]

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In our previous post, we began speaking about the subject of DUI checkpoints, and the fact that these are illegal under Texas’ interpretation of the federal Constitution. Not every state holds this view, however. In 38 states, sobriety or DUI checkpoints are legal and are utilized as a way to keep roads safer. Other states […]

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A recent article published online by AOL Autos took up the topic of “no refusal” DUI checkpoints, pointing out that law enforcement agencies in various states made use of them on Independence Day weekend to catch drunk drivers in the act. There is good reason for law enforcement to worry about intoxicated drivers on July […]

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Readers may have heard of the famous U.S. soccer star Hope Solo and her recent involvements with the law. The 32-year-old Solo was brought to court late last month in connection with allegations that she assaulted two relatives, her 17-year-old nephew and her half-sister, at a home in Seattle. Police said that when they arrived […]

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