Protect Yourself from Unlawful Police Stops
Dealing with unlawful police stops can be really tough. Knowing your rights and how to protect yourself is important. In this blog post, we’ll give you practical tips for handling common issues during unlawful police stops in Texas. Being informed can help you make sure your rights are respected and that you get a fair […]
Difamación: Difamación y calumnia
Defamation of character is when someone spreads lies about you and taints your reputation. Texas law lets you seek compensation for this. If you can show that their untrue statements caused you harm, you might be able to take legal action against the individual or company responsible. Actually, there are two distinct legal claims that […]
Trata de seres humanos en Texas
Texas Penal Code Chapter 20A.02 governs the significant issue of human trafficking, also known as modern slavery. It threatens security and human rights. Exploiting individuals through forced labor and commercial sex not only profits traffickers but also harms victims and communities. With a global estimate of approximately 27.6 million victims worldwide, it’s a widespread issue […]
Delitos de odio: Agravación de la pena
Hate crimes are on the rise in the United States, reaching record highs in more than a decade. Every day, people are targeted with violence because of their identity, like their race, religion, color, or sexual orientation. These terrible acts are committed because of bias or prejudice and not only hurt individuals but also harm […]
Obstrucción a la Justicia en Texas
Obstruction of Justice is when someone does something to get in the way of the legal system, and it’s a very serious thing with big legal consequences. That’s why it’s really important to know the laws, defenses, and punishments for it. People occasionally attempt to disrupt the legal system’s orderly operation. That is why obstruction […]
Defensas legales comunes en Texas
Ever wondered how some people manage to beat criminal charges and walk free? The answer often lies in the clever use of legal defenses. In Texas, understanding these defenses isn’t just for lawyers—it’s essential knowledge that could one day protect you or someone you know. The Lone Star State offers a variety of ways to […]
Introducción en Texas de marihuana adquirida legalmente
As marijuana possession laws continue to evolve across the United States. Law enforcement is encountering new challenges. The variation in marijuana laws from state to state creates uncertainty about whether it is permissible to bring marijuana purchased legally from another state into Texas. Unfortunately, under the current legal framework in Texas, the answer to that […]
Diferencia entre hurto, robo y atraco
Theft, burglary, and robbery are all criminal offenses that involve taking property that does not belong to the offender. However, there are important differences between these offenses. Overall, the key differences between these offenses lie in the manner in which the property was taken and the presence or absence of force or violence. Read below […]
En Texas, ¿es la violencia en la carretera un delito penal?
Road rage refers to aggressive or violent behavior that occurs between drivers on the road. This can include behaviors such as tailgating, excessive honking, shouting, making obscene gestures, cutting off other drivers, and even physical altercations. Road rage can be triggered by a variety of factors, including traffic congestion, delays, and other drivers’ behavior. It […]
Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity
Getting engaged in organized criminal activity is a unique kind of criminal charge. What distinguishes it is that society does not consider it a crime on its own. Instead, it makes other charges more serious. It sort of rides along with other crimes, making their penalties harsher. If it’s mentioned in a criminal case, the […]