This National Traffic Safety Month, we aim to shed light on the potential legal implications of common traffic violations such as speeding, distracted driving, and more. Our goal is to help you...

In the state of Texas there are two remedies available to a person who is trying to clean up a criminal record: (1) a petition to expunge; and (2) an order of non-disclosure. The eligibility...

The first thing you could and should do is to disengage. Your relationship may or may not be over. You may or may not be able to work it out. You may or...

In Texas a conviction for reckless driving can result in a fine of $200 and confinement in county jail for up to 30 days. Reckless driving is a rare...

No one wants to be involved in a car accident. It’s a bad situation. Nevertheless, they happen. It’s why we’re all required by Texas law to be covered by a policy of insurance. So, in most cases,...

No. The first thing I would point out is that the tag line of this post is not specifically directed at suspects or defendants. In other words, no one has...

In Texas, “No Refusal” weekends are a policy directive aimed at DWI enforcement. Assume you hear on the news or radio that the coming weekend is a “No...

by Rick Oliver “Back in the day I was a lifeguard, if you can believe that.” After a hesitant pause, she said,...

Originally posted at Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association Blog...

Public sentiment surrounding the shooting of Trayvon Martin and the subsequent trial of George Zimmerman seem to reflect the generational struggle in this Country towards racial respect and...