If you live in Texas, you are aware that the authorities take a determinedly grim view of the possession or use of marijuana. But, what about synthetic marijuana? Known by such colorful names as "K2," "Kush" and "Spice," synthetic cannabinoids are chemical concoctions...
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What should I avoid doing on social media?
You're facing drug charges after an arrest. You got pulled over for breaking the speed limit and the police searched the car. They found what they claim were illegal drugs. Now your case is moving forward. You're an avid social media user, and you have been for years....
A dozen felony DWI arrests in Galveston County
Galveston County police are stepping up their efforts to arrest drivers for driving while intoxicated (DWI). In June, police in that county arrested a dozen people on felony-level DWI charges. Any DWI charge -- even your first offense -- is a serious concern. However,...
Is racial profiling leading to more arrests of people of color?
What makes a police officer suspect that a driver might be hauling drugs somewhere in his or her vehicle? Is it the type of car? The age or condition of the vehicle? The driver's shifty eyes and nervous attitude? No, it's probably the color of their skin. Here are...
School bus could be considered a deadly weapon in DWI case
A Harris County school bus driver could be facing extraordinary charges related to driving while intoxicated (DWI) after driving so erratically that she nearly flipped her bus over on the road. A 911 caller alerted the police to the 55-year-old female bus driver's...
Meth is making a comeback
For a while, oxycontin and other prescription drugs were the hot items among both dealers and addicts. Now, in the wake of the opioid crisis and the crackdown on doctors who overprescribe, an old-but-familiar drug is making a comeback. Methamphetamine (commonly known...
How can social media impact my criminal drug case?
Social media connects us all the time. You have apps on your phone that you can access in seconds. You share information readily. You may use these apps as your main form of communication with friends, family members and co-workers. Then you get arrested on drug...
Facing a drunk driving arrest? Don’t make these mistakes
A drunk driving arrest can happen to anybody. All it takes is a simple traffic mistake and an officer's belief that you're impaired (and, contrary to popular belief, you don't even have to fail a Breathalyzer for the officer to proceed with an arrest). If you had a...
Texas man gets life sentence for drug conspiracy
A 58-year-old Texan is now facing life behind bars in a federal prison for his role in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. This is the most recent sentence stemming from a long-running investigation into drug activity that ran from Mexico to Tennessee. Back in...
New law prompts Texas to drop many marijuana cases
On June 10, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed House Bill 1325, which effectively creates a legal distinction between hemp products and marijuana. The new law has had an unintentional effect, however. It has thrown the offices of numerous prosecutors into disarray. Many...
