The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects you from unreasonable search and seizure by the government. Under this Amendment, a traffic stop is considered a seizure. As long as the police officer had reasonable suspicion to pull your car over due...
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The differences between a misdemeanor and a felony drug charge
Texas law can charge drug crimes as either misdemeanors or felonies. Consequences include fines, prison time and a permanent criminal record. Misdemeanors and felonies can both affect your future by ruining your ability to hold jobs, qualify for financing, find...
What happens if police catch you with someone else’s prescription?
When a doctor gives you a prescription, you may not take it all. Then, if someone you know gets sick, you may consider sharing your medication. Doing so could get that person in trouble with the police. Taking a medication that a doctor prescribed for someone else is...
What you should know about your right to remain silent
Getting arrested is a scary and stressful experience. It is human nature to want to speak up and defend yourself. However, you have the right to remain silent in accordance with Miranda law, and it is often in your best interest to invoke it. Police interrogation...
Do prosecutors have to disclose evidence to defendants?
Prosecutors across the Lone Star State have a keen interest in securing criminal convictions. Consequently, if you are facing serious criminal charges, you can expect a prosecutor to try to hold you accountable. This is true regardless of whether you are actually...
Consequences for Underage Drinking and Driving
Parents of teenagers who are starting to drive can help their children develop safe driving habits. Although the percentage of teens who drink and drive is decreasing nationally, Texas ranks high among the states battling a high rate of intoxication among underage...
What can cause the dismissal of criminal charges?
Few things in life are scarier than facing criminal charges. After all, if prosecutors have charged you with violating state or federal law, you eventually may lose your freedom. You may also have to deal with the many negative consequences that come with having a...
What to do if you are federally charged for money laundering
If you face federal money laundering charges, chances are you feel overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. These charges are serious and can result in up to 20 years in prison and fines as high as $500,000. Contact an attorney to help guide you through this complicated...
How do reasonable suspicion and probable cause differ?
Few things can be more unsettling than facing criminal charges. Even merely interacting with an officer may make you feel uneasy, especially if you believe you may be a suspect in a criminal investigation. Still, the U.S. Constitution affords you some fundamental...
How officials may seek to prove human smuggling charges
Law enforcement officials look for signs of possible human smuggling activities, which may include individuals traveling with migrants on the Texas side of the border. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's website notes that smuggling typically occurs when...