You probably do a lot of little things to support your family. Whether you sometimes run errands for your aging parents or help out your sister who has young twins, offering practical support to the people you love is part of being in a family. While there are many...
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DWI: What bail or bond conditions must you comply with in Texas?
When charged with a DWI, some Longview residents find they must remain in jail unless they can post bail. In some cases, posting bail is not always required before a defendant is free to go. However, it is up to a court to decide when such a measure is warranted. For...
Texas DWI charges: Do you still need an attorney if you are ready to enter a guilty plea?
Let’s face it, sometimes people did exactly what the police accused them of doing. That means they are guilty. If you are guilty of the DWI charges you are being accused of, you might be wondering whether you really need to hire an attorney. Well, the answer is YES,...
Could a DWI prevent you from taking your dream vacation?
If you have a DWI conviction on your record, even if it was from several years ago, you may still be finding new ways that it continues to impact your life. If you’re considering traveling out of the country, whether for business or on vacation, you may find that your...
Yes, a defense is important with a third DWI charge
Most people understand that drinking and driving is dangerous, but mistakes can still be made. In the past, you may have had a drink or two too many before getting behind the wheel, and that decision is what led to two previous DWI convictions. If you’re facing a...
How the legalization of hemp is affecting drug enforcement in Texas
The growing acceptance of marijuana use throughout the nation has created some significant problems for the authorities here in Texas -- particularly since 2019. That’s when the law changed to make hemp products with less than .3% of THC legal. Since then, a number of...
Addiction and unauthorized prescription drugs can lead to serious legal problems
It is safe to assume that no person sets out to become addicted to any drug, even prescription medicine. Unfortunately, it happens to people from all walks of life, from licensed professionals to young adults working their first job. Addiction happens over time, but...
Those edibles can get you a lot more prison time in Texas than you think
Given the changing social attitudes about marijuana, THC edibles are popping up all over the place -- but not in Texas. Texas hasn’t gotten on the bandwagon toward either decriminalization or legalization where marijuana is concerned, and it’s a mistake to think that...
The police are knocking on your door: What should you do?
Maybe you were having a party, things got a little loud and a neighbor called in a complaint. Or, you might have no idea why the police are at your door. Either way, that knock is startling, and even more so to see a couple uniformed officers (or -- even worse -- a...
Which kind of blood alcohol content test is most accurate?
In Texas, there are three kinds of blood alcohol content tests that may be used to prove a DWI. These include urine tests, blood tests and Breathalyzer tests. Out of these, the most commonly used is the Breathalyzer test. However, other chemical tests, such as the...
