Criminal Justice Blog

Has your child gotten in trouble with the law? No parent wants to see their child get arrested. The reality is that some children make bad decisions that land them in trouble. In a single year, about 2.1 million youth are arrested in the U. S. Children have rights, too, so if your child is…

If you asked a dozen Texans “what is a DWI?” you’d likely get a different answer from each one. Most of those answers, however, would have one thing in common. They would completely fail to acknowledge the breadth and depth of the potential consequences of being hit by DWI charges. In reality, getting a DWI…

In the state of Texas, the court often will encourage joint custodial agreements. However, the final decision in regard to custody will always reflect the best interests of the child–and that could mean that either parent could be limited to visitation-only status. Visitation rights are limited to the time designated by the standard possession order.…

Around one million drivers per year are arrested on a DWI charge in America. If you are one of them and you hope to have any shot at a productive life in the future, you need to research the Texas non-disclosure process. Getting a DWI in Texas can net you hefty fines and jail time.…

It’s definitely one of the harder parts of parenting when your child gets into trouble. Even more so if the trouble they’re in has to do with the law. When you find yourself in this situation it can leave you with a world of questions: What happens next? Will my child go to prison? How…

Drug use is a phenomenon that is common across the United States. Data shows that almost 12% of persons admit to using a drug in the past month. This number is quite shocking. Despite all the messages warning people about the consequences of drug use, drug use is going up. There is even an opioid…

It doesn’t matter what’s legal in Colorado, or Nevada when you find yourself holding in Texas. Hemp and CBD are legal, but do you trust that an arresting officer will know the difference? The best way to protect yourself is to know your rights under the law. Understanding Texas weed laws, how they are applied,…

You’ve probably heard the saying that someone who represents themself in court has a fool for a client. While harsh, there’s some truth there too. The average person is underqualified to serve as their own attorney. If you’ve been accused of a crime, you’re going to want to hire a criminal defense attorney. Today we’ll…

According to statistics, drunk-driving claims the lives of over 10,000 Americans every year. While not all DWI cases are fatal, being caught driving while intoxicated is a serious offense and can remain on your record for up to 10-years. Finding a hands-on and knowledgeable Woodlands DWI lawyer in Texas is key. Here’s how to find…

Nearly 20 people are physically abused by an intimate partner in the US every minute. That’s about 10 million women and men every year. If you’re facing a domestic violence conviction, the road ahead can feel confusing and complicated. It can help to prepare yourself for what’s to come. By preparing yourself for the road…