Criminal Justice Blog

Marijuana laws have been under increasing scrutiny in recent years. Many states have legalized or decriminalized many types of marijuana possession. However, Texas continues to be the exception to this trend. Possession of marijuana in Texas is still illegal and the consequences can be life-altering. Texas isn’t alone in it’s aggressive prosecution of marijuana laws.…

Texas loves it’s prisons… and for good reason. The Texas private for-profit prison system is among the largest in the world while also generating billions in profits for the companies who operate them. The state’s strict drug laws insure a steady flow of customers, er prisoners, to fill the pipeline (and pockets) of the state’s…

Driving while intoxicated in Texas can have serious consequences. A recent study found that Texas has the fifth most drunk driving incidents in the country, and the number of fatalities due to driving while intoxicated increased in 2020. Not only does drinking and driving put you, your passengers, and others at risk, but it also…

It’s no secret that Texas drug laws are among the most brutal in the US. Even though decades of research show that strict drug laws have no impact on public safety or crime reduction, Texas continues pouring money and resources to prosecute even the smallest of drug crimes. Texas remains an outlier when compared to…

Did you know that 17.9% of the United States population now regularly uses cannabis? Despite the popularity and increasing legality of the substance, not all states have updated their marijuana laws with the changing times. Texas, in particular, is still exceedingly harsh with penalties related to possession of marijuana. That’s why it’s essential to know…

Did you know that out of all arrests that are made in the United States, 26% of them are related to drugs? The war on drugs has been rough over the last few decades. The year 2020 provided some relief with this due to the pandemic, but before that, there were over 1.5 million arrests…

Did you know that there are over 150,000 people in prison in the state of Texas as of 2022? Texas has some of the highest incarceration and conviction rates in the nation. It’s a tough system that can be especially brutal for those without experienced legal representation. With some of the strictest drug laws in…

More than 2 million juveniles and teenagers get arrested every year. Depending on the severity of the crime, the consequences can be life-changing. The Texas judicial system is tough on crime and can be especially harsh for teens or juveniles facing charges. Without experienced legal help, an accused teen could easily wind up with a…

Regardless of the circumstances, getting arrested can take a toll on your mental health It is especially stressful if you feel justified for your actions, such as acting in self-defense to protect yourself or others. Our justice system can move incredibly slow to exonerate those who are innocent. If you feel your constitutional rights were…

Controlled substances are much more than the street drugs many people assume. Most Texans have trouble keeping up with the growing list of controlled substances and the risk of unknowingly breaking the law. Are you up to date on Texas controlled substance laws? It’s a common mistake to believe you understand what constitutes a controlled…