Police officers often use “sting” operations to make arrests. These operations typically consist of undercover officers who “set up” people by providing them with an opportunity to commit a criminal offense. So when law enforcement officials use a sting operation or a confidential informant, the evidence that the crime was committed may be overwhelming. In […]

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In regard to starting your case on the best foot possible, preparation is extremely important. It is common to feel a sense of anxiety or dread at the prospect of appearing in court before a judge to face your accusations. You want your initial appearance in criminal court to go well in order to earn […]

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Criminal prosecution unfolds in a series of stages, starting with the arrest and ending at some point before, during or after trial. Most criminal cases end when a defendant accepts a plea deal offered by the prosecution. In a plea bargain, the defendant decides to plead guilty before trial to the charges against him or […]

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If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony, the offense can be found in your criminal record. Furthermore, if you were arrested, then you also have a criminal record. Fortunately, expungement offers a way to clean your criminal record as if the crime had never occurred. In Texas, there are specific circumstances that […]

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Did you get a call in the middle of the night about your child getting arrested for a DUI? Perhaps he or she arrived home hours after the ordeal took place and now you’re trying to determine what to do next. In Texas, DUI charges are specifically reserved for minors under 21 years of age, […]

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In the event of a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) arrest and charge in Texas, not only are you facing a conviction that includes jail time and fines, but also license suspension. Not being able to drive your vehicle to work, to school, or to conduct day-to-day activities can make life extremely difficult. However, there is […]

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What is Probable Cause? Probable cause is a legal doctrine by which law enforcement officials have the right to make an arrest without a warrant, obtain a warrant for arrest, or conduct a personal or property search. Although a variety of factors contribute to a police officer’s level of authority in any given situation, probable […]

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A no contest plea – known as nolo contender in legalese – means that the defendant does not contest the charges, while at the same time, does not plead guilty or innocent either. There are several reasons why a person would choose to make a plea in this manner. First, pleading no contest is mainly […]

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If your license was suspended as a result of being charged with a DWI in Texas, you can reinstate your license by satisfying the requirements set forth by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and paying your reinstatement fees. However, the system itself can be quite complicated. About Your Suspended License When your driver’s license […]

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Whether you’ve heard it on a television show or a movie, most Americans know that in some cases the police are required to “read you your rights.” The Miranda rights originated in a 1966 U.S. Supreme Court ruling – Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436 – which declares that whenever a person is taken into […]

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