Agresión a las Fuerzas y Cuerpos de Seguridad: Consecuencias y sanciones

Agresión a las Fuerzas y Cuerpos de Seguridad: Consecuencias y sanciones

Assault on law enforcement officers stands as a grave offense with far-reaching consequences, resonating beyond the immediate act itself. In Texas, a state that values law and order, such actions have both legal consequences and a significant impact on society. Understanding the impact of attacks on police in both Texas and United States is crucial. […]

Comprender el abuso sexual infantil en Texas

Comprender el abuso sexual infantil en Texas

Accusing someone, whether the accusation is true or not, of child sexual abuse can completely disrupt their life. In a swift turn of events, your employment, family ties, and reputation could swiftly vanish. Rebuilding all of this can take years, or it might never fully happen. While many claims of child sexual assault are credible, […]

Suplantación de un funcionario público Consecuencias

Texas-Public-Official-Impersonation-Legal-Consequences

Given the significant power and trust placed in public officials, the public all over the United States respects their authority greatly. Therefore, engaging in the impersonation of a public officer with the intent to manipulate people or gain financial or other criminal advantages will have severe repercussions. Learn what it’s like to impersonate public officials […]

Agresión a un funcionario público

Agresión a un funcionario público

In Texas, public servants are individuals who work for the government and provide services to the public. This can include elected officials, appointed officials, and government employees at the federal, state, and local levels. Elected officials in Texas include the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, comptroller, treasurer, and members of the Texas Legislature. Appointed officials […]

Conozca el riesgo de incomparecencia

Conozca el riesgo de incomparecencia

No presentarse a una cita legal requerida en Texas puede causar más problemas legales de los que ya tiene por su fechoría original. Es muy importante ir siempre a su fecha de corte a menos que haya una emergencia real. A veces, las personas faltan a la corte por razones que no pueden controlar, como accidentes, no tener a alguien que [...]

¿Qué acciones se consideran conducción temeraria en Texas?

¿Qué acciones se consideran conducción temeraria en Texas?

Being accused of reckless driving in Texas can have significant ramifications. The repercussions for such a charge are grave and may involve hefty fines, potential imprisonment, as well as the risk of having your driver’s license suspended. What Does Reckless Driving Mean? According to Section 6.03 of the Texas Penal Code, recklessness is defined as […]

¿Puede la posesión de un arma aumentar un cargo de DWI?

"Can Possession of a Gun Heighten a DWI Charge?"

People commonly refer to the act of operating a motorized vehicle while impaired by substances as driving while intoxicated (DWI). The United States considers DWI a criminal offense. In 2021 alone, the Texas Department of Public Safety reported 89,457 charges of DWI. Intoxication with alcohol is not the only aspect of DWI. It’s also important […]

Cómo evitar la implicación delictiva en las redes sociales

Cómo evitar la implicación delictiva en las redes sociales

Social media is now essential for modern life, allowing people to communicate, share ideas, and connect globally. However, using social media also presents potential risks, including the possibility of wrongfully implicating oneself in criminal activities. Law enforcement today employs social media to aid them in criminal investigations. To protect oneself from such risks, individuals must […]

Leyes de Texas sobre la agresión a ancianos

Texas Laws on Assault to the Elderly

The State of Texas holds a robust culture of respect and care for elders. However, Texan elders face a growing threat every day: assault. Assault is one of the most prevalent forms of physical abuse that commonly happens to more vulnerable groups. These groups include children, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. The elderly are […]

La ley sobre maltrato y abandono de menores en Texas

La ley sobre maltrato y abandono de menores en Texas

Texas, like all other US states, is equipped with laws to protect children from abuse and neglect, both civil and criminal. These laws also aim to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions or omissions that harm a child’s well-being. Despite strong state and federal laws, child abuse and neglect remain common in recent years. In […]