The holidays are here, and that means millions of Americans will be traveling away from their homes in order to visit friends and relatives for a time. Unfortunately, the current mashup of laws in the United States regarding marijuana use may cause some confusion for...
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Expunction of drunk driving charges in Texas
An arrest and a conviction aren't the same things -- but when an arrest for drunk driving or any other criminal charge shows up on your background check, it can certainly feel the same. Having an arrest anywhere on your record can cause you countless problems with...
Drug dealing and drug trafficking: What’s the difference?
Being charged with drug possession is scary enough -- but if the prosecution elevates the charges to either possession with the intent to sell or drug trafficking, the situation could become downright terrifying. What exactly is the difference? Essentially, drug...
How a drunk driving charge affects your car
If you're like many people, your vehicle may be the most valuable possession you own. Losing it could interrupt your life in a very significant way and make even the most routine tasks incredibly difficult. Unfortunately, a drunk driving charge can put your vehicle in...
Texas jury acquits shop owners of drug trafficking over ‘spice’
Did the owners of a chain of stores in Texas intentionally research the ever-evolving list of synthetic drugs that were illegal under federal law in order to avoid prosecution? Or, were they desperately trying to avoid breaking the law? The jury, at least, seems to...
I was found not guilty. Do I need to petition for an expunction?
Perhaps an officer arrested you due to your physical similarities to an unidentified drug offender. The charges held sufficient evidence against you, but you know the scenario involved you being in the wrong place at the wrong time. After a lengthy court process,...
Know how to assert your rights during a traffic stop
A lot of times, a police investigation starts with nothing more than a simple traffic stop and a few innocent-sounding questions. The next thing a suspect knows, he or she is being hauled away on charges of drug possession or something worse after the officer finds a...
Can you get a DWI from using legal prescription or over-the-counter drugs?
Yes, you can. In Texas as in other states, the law prohibits operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol, drugs or a combination of substances. What many people don't realize is that you could be found guilty of DWI for driving under the influence of a...
Incarceration levels high in Texas
One of the top fears many individuals have when accused of criminal offenses here in Texas is fear of facing imprisonment. This is understandable, given the impacts a jail or prison sentence can have on a person’s life and how common of a penalty incarceration...
Longview man arrested for drug crimes related to methamphetamine
Since drugs are viewed as a major issue in Longview and across Texas, law enforcement is heavily engaged in trying to catch and arrest those accused of drug possession, drug dealing or drug trafficking. Drug crimes are believed to be the impetus for other criminal...
