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Texas has some of the most comprehensive self-defense laws in America. Individuals know they have the right to defend themselves if they are in imminent danger. However, it does not mean that self-defense is automatically available in any instance. Your...

There are two potential punishment outcomes within the Texas juvenile justice system: determinate and indeterminate sentences. The kind of sentence imposed is determined by the D.A.’s office, the nature of the crime in question, and the juvenile’s age....

Dismissal of a criminal case is a final judicial ruling to end an active prosecution against a person accused of a crime before a judge or jury has reached a verdict of guilty or not guilty. This legal action prevents the court from proceeding with any...

Stalking charges are filed when you knowingly engage in a behavior towards another person that causes the person to experience reasonable fear for their own or their loved ones’ safety. It is a serious charge, with serious consequences under Texas Law....

Rideshare sexual assault liability is the legal system that civilly holds transportation network companies responsible for acts like sexual violence or sexual harassment perpetrated by the drivers on the passengers during or immediately after a...

Under Texas Penal Code § 22.01, domestic violence, legally recognized as assault family violence, occurs when someone intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly threatens imminent bodily injury or makes provocative physical contact with a family member,...

Generally, it is unlawful to knowingly put a GPS tracker on another person’s vehicle without their consent. This can be a vehicle owned, driven, or leased by another person. The crime is a misdemeanor, punishable by jail time or a fine. However, you...

Reckless driving is not just a minor driving error. According to the Texas Transportation Code (TC) section 545.401, it is a grave crime where your driving shows a deliberate, clear disregard for other people's safety and lives. A conviction for a...