Emigrating from another country of origin to Texas can be exciting and stressful at the same time. You might be one of many people who have recently married a U.S. citizen, or perhaps you were born and raised in America and have taken a person from another country as...
Criminal Defense
The right to protection from illegal search and seizure
When law enforcement agents conduct a criminal investigation, they will take steps to gather evidence, talk to witnesses and build a timeline of the suspect’s activities. At no point during the investigation, however, can the police violate the rights of a Texas...
Texas man sentenced to 15 years for drug crimes
A man from Beaumont recently learned that he will be spending the next 15 years in a federal prison. A judge passed down this steep sentence after the defendant entered a guilty plea for drug-related charges, including drug trafficking. Trafficking is a federal...
Texas man enters guilty plea for drug trafficking charges
There are times when it is more appropriate for a defendant to enter a plea instead of going to trial. This is likely the case for a Texas man who entered a guilty plea for drug trafficking charges, which is a federal offense. These types of crimes come with...
Texas man pleads guilty to drug trafficking charges
A Texas man is facing an extensive prison sentence after entering a guilty plea for various drug-related criminal charges. The man was accused of federal drug trafficking violations, specifically possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine. His arrest and...
Traffic stop leads to drug charges for Texas driver and passenger
When law enforcement initiates a traffic stop, it is usually because the officer suspects a crime is taking place or there is a clear violation of traffic laws. During the interaction with the driver, an officer may become aware of other factors that could indicate...
The Fourth Amendment and one’s rights during an investigation
When police suspect an individual of committing a crime, they typically take steps to determine what happened. The course of an investigation usually includes speaking with witnesses and gathering evidence, but there are limits to how and when law enforcement can do...
The implications of domestic violence allegations
Allegations of certain types of violent actions can have serious implications for one’s life, especially if that person is in the midst of a contentious divorce or custody battle. When accused of domestic violence, it can lead to complications in other areas, and a...
Former Texas law enforcement officer arrested for drug crimes
After a group of individuals was arrested for drug-related charges, it was discovered that one of the defendants was a former Texas police officer. The arrests came after law enforcement responded to a call from a woman who was receiving messages from strangers and...
What differentiates felony from misdemeanor in Texas?
If a Texas police officer takes you into custody, the next days, weeks or months of your life might be quite stressful. Facing criminal charges has immediate implications but can also have a long-term, far-reaching effect on your life, as well. Understanding the...