State and federal laws are clear when it comes to traveling with a firearm. There are times when it is necessary to travel through an airport with a personal weapon, but there are strict rules about this. Unlawful possession of a gun in an airport is a federal...
Criminal Defense
Drug operation in Dallas targeted
A lengthy investigation by federal authorities with the Drug Enforcement Agency has led to the arrest of 21 individuals in the Dallas area. The operation, called Operation Shut Down Corner, took place over the course of 15 months, focusing on violent drug gangs in the...
What constitutes a weapons crime in Texas?
If a Texas police officer pulls you over in traffic or shows up at your front door, asking to step inside to have a look around, it can be an unsettling experience. There is no guarantee that such interaction will turn out in your favor. In fact, things might get a...
Prescription drugs found after raid by Texas police
A Texas man is facing serious criminal allegations after a raid conducted by the Galveston County Organized Crime Task Force. The drug raid resulted in the discovery of prescription medication and types of dangerous illegal drugs, and the man is now facing criminal...
An individual’s rights during an investigation
When accused or suspected of a crime, it is especially important for a Texas adult to know his or her rights. This includes the right to remain silent when questioned by police. One’s Fifth Amendment rights, often referred to as Miranda Rights, apply when someone is...
A defendant’s rights during questioning
Part of the criminal justice process is the investigation, during which Texas police may ask a suspect certain questions about his or her role in the alleged crime. Even if suspected of a crime, a person still has rights during questioning in police custody. It is...
Should I allow police to search my car or home?
You may be just hanging out at home on a Saturday afternoon watching TV. Then, you hear a loud knock at the door. It’s the police and they want to search your home because they received a tip you may be dealing meth. Or, police pull you over because you’re speeding on...
Mail theft is a federal crime
Federal crimes are, quite often, much more serious -- and punished more harshly -- than state-level offenses. Mail theft, for example, is a federal crime that can carry significant consequences. The following is an overview of how mail theft is defined under federal...
Defending against allegations of computer crimes
Even if they seem relatively harmless, certain activities on a computer could result in serious criminal charges. Cyber crime is a term used to describe a wide variety of activities that violate state or federal laws. Computers may be employed in a variety of offenses...
You might be surprised by the definition of domestic violence
When most people think about domestic violence, physical fights, black eyes, and bruises usually come to mind. It's common for many people to believe that domestic violence is only physical and that if a person does not have physical injuries, they have not suffered...
