Articles Posted in Criminal Law

Don’t Let False Accusations Ruin Your Future. Attorney Andrea M. Kolski fights for you.

When a child is arrested for a crime in Texas, the legal process is different than that used for adults. Texas classifies juvenile delinquency into four main types that affect how a child’s case proceeds. Understanding these differences can help parents navigate an often confusing system. For example, parents are often surprised that, in some…

Facing prostitution charges in Texas can lead to serious legal consequences, from criminal fines and jail time to long-term damage to your record and personal reputation. A winning defense is possible and an experienced online solicitation attorney is often the difference between walking free or time behind bars. Some may employ defenses like suppression of evidence, plea…

Your freedom could hinge on two simple words: lack of intent. While package theft dominates Texas crime statistics, affecting 21% of victims, countless other criminal charges collapse when prosecutors can’t prove you meant to break the law. Whether you accidentally damaged property, unknowingly possessed something illegal, or found yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time,…

Twelve years in prison. That’s the average sentence for people found guilty of possessing child pornography in the U.S. according to the U.S. Sentencing Commission. In Texas, these charges can be stacked, which means much longer time behind bars than the average sentence in the U.S. For anyone facing possession of child pornography charges, hiring an experienced…

When you’re facing criminal charges, the stakes are high—and so is the stress. Whether it’s a DWI, drug possession, assault, or a white-collar crime, choosing the right criminal defense attorney can make all the difference. If you’re in Woodlands, TX, and searching for the best criminal lawyer, you’re not alone. Here’s what you need to…

According to CrimeGrade.org, Montgomery County, Texas’s crime rate is lower than that of the typical U.S. county, but one crime still occurs every 35 minutes. Property crimes, like theft and burglary, are among the most common. Most people would be shocked to learn that indecent exposure is also a very common crime in Texas. If you…

Explore the consequences of possession of a controlled substance in Texas. Understand potential charges, penalties, and defense options.

Americans are prescribed more drugs on average than any other nation on Earth. Most of us never stop to think that many of the drugs legally prescribed by our doctors are categorized as “controlled substances” under the law. Mishandling, abuse, or even sharing these drugs with others can quickly land you in hot water with…

If you face a drug possession charge, the potential consequences are severe. A single lapse in judgment could have consequences lasting a lifetime. Sadly, possession cases often come down to how good your lawyer is. Whether you get a criminal record often comes down to the kind of lawyer you can afford. If you go with an…