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If you didn’t know, all jail calls are recorded by law enforcement, and the calls are saved. Prosecutors obtain recorded jailhouse calls and listen to them for incriminating statements. They also use them to establish the known voice of an …
In Texas, as in many other states, state and federal law enforcement have been grappling with the national opioid epidemic. This has led to increased scrutiny and stricter regulations surrounding the prescription and distribution of controlled substances. In recent years, …
Texas State law makes it a crime to make a false alarm or false report.
What is Against the Law?Under Texas law, it is a crime to make a false report. This is intended to deter people from making …
In recent years, technology has made its way into almost every facet of our lives, and the judicial system is no exception. Federal criminal proceedings in the Southern District of Texas, Houston Division, have experienced a significant transformation due to …
Facing driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in Texas can be a distressing and overwhelming experience. A DWI conviction can result in severe penalties, including fines, license suspension, mandatory ignition interlock devices, and jail time. A first offense driving while intoxicated …
Digital evidence has become the backbone of modern criminal prosecutions in Texas. From cell phone records to GPS tracking, surveillance footage to social media activity, prosecutors increasingly rely on electronic data to build their cases. Understanding how to challenge this …
Texas law allows the use of force, including deadly force, in some self-defense situations. The state’s Stand Your Ground law removes the duty to retreat when a person is lawfully present and reasonably believes force is necessary to protect against …
In Texas, simple drug possession is typically a state-level offense, however, there are some factors that can escalate it to federal drug trafficking charges. These cases are prosecuted by the U.S. Department of Justice. Understanding when this transition is possible …