Texas Law On Public Lewdness
It’s completely acceptable for couples to display their love for each other in public. But if their actions become overly sexual and make others uncomfortable, it might lead to a public lewdness charge. Public lewdness is a form of sexual offense. It may occur when private moments unexpectedly become public or when reckless actions offend […]
Difference Between Entrapment and a Sting Operation
Understanding the distinction between a police sting operation and entrapment can significantly impact your solicitation charges. Sting operations are legal but controversial. They create chances for crimes. Entrapment is illegal coercion to make someone commit a crime. The line between sting operations and entrapment is easily crossed by law enforcement, potentially leading to entrapment defense […]
How Can Pranks in Texas Get You Arrested?
Do you enjoy playing pranks and often seek out harmless jokes to share? April Fool’s Day is a great time to play fun tricks on your friends. While pranking can be a fun way to lighten the mood, it’s essential to know the legal implications, especially in Texas. What may start as a lighthearted prank […]
Taking Part in the Texas Riot
Recently, Texas has been facing challenges, experiencing riots in various parts of the state. You know, protests are cool—they’re protected by the Constitution and all that, expressing free speech and expressing themselves freely. But some of these things have gone south, landing people in hot water with criminal charges. This blog aims to discuss criminal […]
Unlawful Carry of a Weapon
In the state of Texas, you may be wondering if it can be unlawful to carry a weapon. Unlawful carry of a weapon, also known as UCW is an illegal possession of a handgun, club, illegal knife, or other harmful weapons in Texas. Generally, in the state of Texas this would be considered a Class […]
How long does the DA have to file DUI charges?
In Texas, the statute of limitations for filing DUI charges is typically 2 years. This means that the District Attorney has 2 years from the date of the alleged offense to file charges against the suspect. However, if the suspect leaves the state or the case is under investigation, the statute of limitations may be […]
Traffic Stops Involving a DWI or DUi
Swerving and not paying attention, maybe you are distracted and run a stop sign. Many DUI/DWI arrests will start when a driver has been pulled over by the police. Police need to have a valid reason when pulling you over. It could be as simple as a backlight being out which is a traffic violation. […]
How BAC Levels Affect DUI and DWI Cases?
BAC, or Blood alcohol concentration, refers to the amount of alcohol in someone’s blood. In Texas, drivers aged 21 and over are legally intoxicated if their BAC is 0.08% or more. However, for drivers under 21, even a trace of alcohol in their system is already considered against the law. Commercial drivers, like truck drivers, […]
Effects Of DWI and DUI On Your Car Insurance
DUI and DWI have different meanings and usage depending on the state you’re in. Car insurance companies see you as a high-risk driver if you have any of these on your driving record. Having a record of any of these offenses can significantly impact your car insurance premiums. Roadside Assistance sees DWI and DUI convictions […]
Campus Carry Law on Gun Possession
House Bill 910, also called Open Carry, allowed people in Texas who have licenses to carry concealed handguns to now carry them visibly. However, there are occasional exceptions for places such as public universities or campuses. Senate Bill 11, dubbed Campus Carry, allows licensed individuals to conceal their firearms on college campuses. Colleges can set […]