Threatening with A Deadly Weapon in Texas
In Texas, threatening someone with a deadly weapon is a serious legal matter. Understanding the law in this regard is crucial. This article will break down the essentials, from what qualifies as a deadly weapon to the potential consequences. Police officers and law enforcement officers can display weapons in Texas, but civilians may not always […]
Legal Implications of Kidnapping in Texas
In Texas’ vast landscape, where major cities and remote towns coexist, the threat of crime appears large at times. Kidnapping, a deeply disturbing and serious crime, is one such threat that has made its presence known in Texas over time. It is a serious criminal act that includes the intentional and unlawful restraint, transfer, or […]
GPS Monitoring Devices May Be Violating Fourth Amendment Rights
One sentencing option which helps avoid jail time for defendants who have been found guilty is the use of electronic monitoring. Instead of sending a person to jail, the courts instead impose a “house arrest” whereby the defendant must abide by certain terms set by the court. This type of sentence may enable the defendant […]
Sleepy, but Sober – Driver Arrested for DWI
A second test confirmed what the driver had been saying since his arrest: He wasn’t drunk or on drugs when police charged him with driving while intoxicated, he was just tired. Despite recording 0.00 on the Breathalyzer test, the Georgia driver was: Arrested, Taken to jail Forced to post bail Spent substantial time proving his […]
Texas Domestic Violence with Firearms
Domestic violence is a widespread and troubling problem in the United States, and it’s a big concern in Texas too. When firearms are involved in these situations, the danger level goes up, making it more likely that someone could get seriously hurt or even killed. There’s a strong connection between romantic or intimate partner violence […]
Hazing on Campuses in Texas
Numerous youngsters perceive university as a big step and may find it scary. They may be far from their parents for the first time. In a new town without family, it’s normal to want to fit in with friends. However, it may be quite harmful when the events meant to unite people end up turning […]
Burglary of a Habitation Law Explained
The words “home invasion” and “burglary of habitation” mean the same thing. However, not every home burglary constitutes a home invasion. Habitation can mean different places, like houses, apartments, and RVs. If you enter any building illegally with the plan to do something serious, you can get charged with habitation burglary. So, even if you […]
What is Texas Open Container?
In Texas, “open container” refers to a law that regulates the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages in public places. Under this law, it is illegal to have an open container of alcohol in the passenger area of a motor vehicle. Such as the driver’s or passenger’s seat, or any area readily accessible to the […]
Is it Possible to get a DWI on a Bike in Texas?
In Texas, DWI or DUI is defined as operating a motor vehicle in public while under the influence of an intoxicating substance. Although many people associate DWI with operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, the law encompasses any intoxicating substance and applies to all types of motor vehicles. Intoxication can result from […]
Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in Texas?
In Texas, some people face their first encounter with the law when they get arrested for driving drunk. Usually, these instances commence with a vehicle being pulled over by a law enforcement officer. The officer watches the driver closely while stopping. The officer may think the driver is drunk based on their behavior and what […]