Recording Phone Calls in Texas: Laws and Penalties
- August 3rd, 2016
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Can I Get In Trouble For Recording Phone Calls In Texas? There are many reasons that a person might want to record a phone call in Texas. For example, a person may wish to make a record of a business…
Defendants’ Rights: Protections for the Criminally Accused
- June 29th, 2016
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Defendant’s Rights in Texas The Constitution of the United States guarantees all of its citizens the right to a speedy and fair trial with a jury comprised of their fellow citizen. When a person is charged with a crime in…
What to Expect and How to Survive the Criminal Trial Process
- June 22nd, 2016
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The Texas Criminal Trial Process When someone is charged with a crime in the state of Texas, they may either enter a plea deal or take the case to trial. There are different types of trials but a trial by…
Criminal Statute of Limitations in Texas
- June 8th, 2016
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The Texas Statute of Limitations In order to ensure that defendants are given a fair trial when they are accused of a crime, the Texas justice system has established a statute of limitations. This legal precedent establishes timelines during which…
Insurance Fraud Penalties in Texas
- March 30th, 2016
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Insurance Fraud Laws in Texas Nearly everyone who resides in the state of Texas has some form of insurance. Whether it’s health insurance, car insurance or another type, getting the proper coverage is a fact of life for most people….
Public Intoxication: Laws and Penalties in Texas
- March 23rd, 2016
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Public Intoxication in Texas Whether it’s at a BBQ, a bar or at the big game, it’s no secret that many Texans enjoy alcoholic beverages when they’re having a good time. Although there is nothing wrong with having a few…
Texas Hit and Run Laws
- March 16th, 2016
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Hit and Run Laws in Texas Drivers throughout the state of Texas rely on the rules of the road to stay safe while driving. Laws governing speed limits and safe driving practices are an essential part of responsible motor vehicle…
How to Represent Yourself in Court
- February 24th, 2016
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Representing Yourself in Texas Court People may choose to represent themselves in court for a variety of reasons. For example, they may feel that they cannot afford adequate legal representation or that the attorney provided by the state can’t handle…
4 Common Legal Defenses to Criminal Charges
- January 20th, 2016
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Common Legal Defenses in Texas When someone is charged with a crime in Texas, they may have to present a defense in court. Hiring a lawyer is the best way to construct a solid legal defense. Criminal defense attorneys often…
Parole and the Possibility of Early Release from Prison
- December 9th, 2015
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Parole and Early Release in Texas When a person is sentenced to incarceration in prison in Texas, they are expected to serve a certain proportion of their allocated time behind bars. In some cases, they are mandated to serve the…