When a Texan is stopped by law enforcement and is arrested for driving under the influence, there are many things that may go through their mind. One might be worried that they will face jail time, the loss of driving privileges, a negative perception in the community...
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Release from jail while criminal charges are pending
A person who is facing criminal charges will likely want to be released from jail while the case moves through the court system. This poses a problem for the court because some defendants might not return for hearings and other processes. Still, it isn't legal in many...
What do I do if I am charged with drug crimes in Texas?
Today's news is full of stories about people who are involved with heroin in one capacity or another. Texas is no different than the rest of the country in that this is a growing problem that law enforcement and legislators are seeking to stop. For those who are...
Woman arrested for possessing crack cocaine, pills and marijuana
People in Longview and throughout Texas who find themselves under arrest for drug possession and related charges might not know where to turn when they are dealing with the issue. This is especially relevant when there is an arrest and drugs such as crack cocaine is...
Couple faces allegations of multiple drug crimes after arrest
Since drugs can be so problematic for Longview residents and for people throughout Texas, law enforcement officers try to make arrests and stop those who are involved in drug activity. To do this, there will be investigations, coordinated enforcement and other...
Man charged with DWI after attempted stop
A case involving allegations of drunk driving in Longview is often complicated by other charges that accompany the DWI. This can be due to many factors, including an attempt to flee the scene, possession of certain items in the vehicle, and more. The amount of alcohol...
Social media posts might impact your criminal case
Most American adults have at least one social media account with which they interact on a regular basis. Many of these adults also don't think about how their posts are perceived. Instead, some people adopt an "anything goes" attitude when it comes to their social...
Alleged drunk driving crash leads to intoxication assault charge
Drivers in Longview and throughout Texas should know that with a DWI charge, the situation will largely dictate the level of charges and the accompanying penalties that the person will face. This can go beyond the basic DWI penalties of losing a driver's license, a...
What can happen to minors facing DWI in Texas?
Texas law enforcement and legislators take all alcohol-related driving violations seriously. Even more serious is when a minor is facing DWI allegations. For those under 21 who are confronted with DWI charges, it is vital to know how the state handles charging a...
Don’t navigate DWI matters alone
Texas law enforcement is vigilant about drivers who might be operating their vehicles under the influence. Being charged with DWI can have long-lasting consequences on a person's life. Depending on the level of charges and what happened to spur the arrest, people can...
