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Pre-trial motions are legal tools used before a trial begins to resolve certain issues that could impact the case outcome. When facing criminal charges, these motions can be crucial in shaping the direction of the case and even in determining whether it proceeds to...
When people engage in money laundering, they are taking money that they already possess and making it appear that they got it from a different source. For example, maybe they start a small business, such as a car wash. They then create fake expenses or exaggerate...
In some cases, shoplifting is fairly simple. People will just conceal the products that they want to take without paying for them. They may hide those items in their clothing, such as putting an item under their shirt or in a pocket. They may conceal those items in a...
Shoplifting is a form of theft, be it concealing items, changing price tags or other deceptive practices to avoid paying the full price. Some people downplay the seriousness of shoplifting, but it’s an offense that can have significant legal implications. First, you...
You don’t want to be arrested on drunk driving charges, so you buy a breath test. If you’ve been drinking, before you turn on your car, you administer the test yourself. You just want to check and make sure that you’re under the legal limit if you had a glass of wine...
Drivers often know that they should not drive under the influence, but they’ve already been drinking and they feel that they don’t have any other choice. For instance, the driver may be at a friend’s house or at the bar, and it’s time to drive home. Rather than...
If you are charged with domestic violence, can you argue you were acting in self-defense? The short answer is yes. The law allows you to protect yourself from harm, even in situations where your spouse or partner is the aggressor. That said, claiming self-defense is...
Texas is stringent on DWIs. Even a first offense comes with harsh penalties. However, you also have rights, and it's crucial that you understand what is and isn't legally required during a traffic stop. Reasonable suspicion DWI checkpoints are illegal in Texas....
During traffic stops, police officers will often ask leading questions. They’re trying to get drivers to say the wrong thing and incriminate themselves. This is a very common practice, and it’s important for drivers to know both that it happens and that they don’t...
When it comes to drinking, anyone below 21 years is considered a minor in Texas. Any minor caught in possession of alcohol may pay up to a $500 fine, have their driver's license suspended for 30 to 180 days, be ordered to complete eight to 40 hours of community...
