When traffic police pull a driver over, that driver may notice a K9 unit accompanying the officers. While this might seem unusual at first, there’s a valid reason why law enforcement utilizes these highly trained dogs during traffic stops. K9 units serve as an...
In Texas, individuals charged with drug offenses may be eligible for bail, which allows them to leave jail while awaiting trial temporarily. The bail process can be complex, and understanding the rules and conditions surrounding bail is crucial for those navigating...
Eyewitnesses can be convincing and can help a prosecutor score a conviction. However, they are not infallible. Here are some of the ways you might challenge one who is accusing you of a crime: 1. Challenge their vision Some of us can see better than others. Some...
If the police turn up at your door with a search warrant, you may just assume you have to let them in to do as they please. This, is not true, however. While you probably do need to let them in, the first thing you should do is ask to read the warrant they say they...
Facing criminal charges can be very daunting, particularly when your liberty, profession and personal life are on the line. With that said, being charged does not mean guilt. You have a right to a criminal defense and the prosecution doesn't always get things right. ...
People often communicate on their phones through text messages or direct messages. In fact, modern phone users often text more than they call. This means of communication has simply taken over, and so it is one place that police often look when conducting an...
As a non-citizen in the United States, upholding the law is essential to maintaining your continued stay. A criminal conviction can affect your immigration status, including the possibility of deportation or removal from the U.S. Understanding the crimes that can...
There are many legal doctrines that people are not necessarily aware of until they encounter them themselves. After facing arrest, they suddenly begin looking into their options, and things are more complicated than they assumed. One of these legal doctrines is called...
An individual has certain rights extended to them under the Constitution. Both federal and state Constitutional rights protect people from misconduct on the part of agents working for the state. Those facing a criminal investigation or arrested by police officers are...
Did you know that Texas has a law that can protect someone from relatively minor drug possession charges if police discover the alleged offense only because they called 911 or sought emergency help in some other way for someone they believed to be suffering an...