In this blog: For self-defense cases in Texas, the question is whether force was reasonably believed to be immediately necessary against unlawful force, and deadly force sits in a tighter category tied to unlawful deadly force or certain violent felonies. A phone shoved in your face may be provocative and invasive, though it doesn’t automatically authorize violence.   We see it on social media all the time. A Read More

  In this blog: Vape cartridges are more pervasive than ever, but Texas schools operate under different rules. Students have reduced Fourth Amendment protection on campus, so administrators can search bags and lockers more easily and hand THC carts straight to police. Texas treats THC oil as a controlled substance, so even a small amount inside a vape pen can mean a felony charge. Prosecutors still must prove the THC Read More

In this blog: You can face possession charges in a vehicle even when the drugs or stolen property are not yours. Prosecutors look for care, custody, and control: evidence that links you to the contraband through proximity plus additional facts, such as fingerprints, messages, or behavior suggesting awareness and authority. Simply being near illegal items or riding in a vehicle that turns out to be stolen does not Read More

In this blog: A writ of habeas corpus is a legal tool that challenges unlawful imprisonment. When trials fail and appeals hit dead ends, this is the move for those who’ve been railroaded. It’s a legal demand that forces the government to justify locking someone up when new, strong evidence says they got it wrong. If your loved one is behind bars and the system blew it, this may be the only legal shot Read More

  In this blog: Travel for people with a criminal record involves real limits on where you can go, how you get there, and what happens if you cut corners. Domestic trips raise issues with probation and warrants, while international trips trigger passport rules and foreign entry restrictions. A defense lawyer can review your status, clean up old cases where possible, and build a plan so your next trip does not end Read More

  In this blog: You have the right to say “no” to the police, and silence is not a crime. Obstruction only happens when someone interferes with law enforcement through deception or physical action, not when they simply refuse to answer questions or consent to a search. The safest approach is to stay calm, stay silent, and never lie. Police officers don’t like to hear “no,” but in this country, that’s your right. Read More

  Life happens. Emergencies, oversights, or just plain bad luck can throw anyone off track. But when it comes to a court date, missing that appointment isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s an offense. Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear can land you in deeper trouble than whatever you were originally facing.  What the Law Says Under Texas Penal Code § 38.10, Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear applies when someone is Read More

  If you’ve stumbled across this topic, you’re likely dealing with a serious legal matter—or just trying to wrap your head around a law that many people find downright infuriating. The felony murder rule is one of the most controversial doctrines in criminal law. In short: it’s harsh, far-reaching, and in the eyes of some, completely unfair.  Most laws require clear intent to impose criminal liability. Not this one. Read More

  At a quick glance, CBD and THC look like the same substance. They come from the same plant, they can smell the same, and the average person (or police officer) isn’t a walking chemistry lab. But the legal consequences for possessing one versus the other? Worlds apart. And guess what? Even if you think you’re in the clear, the law might think differently. The Science and the Law Don’t Always Get Along Legally, the Read More