This blog is a way for our firm to update you about the newest happenings in criminal defense, as well as provide tips and advice when faced with a possible conviction.
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Maybe you should transfer your probation to Dallas County Repeated failures to abstain from alcohol and drugs are routinely not reported in Dallas County so probationers are able to remain on supervision -
CAn you limit the scope of a search? Fifth Circuit of Appeals holds the suspect only consented to a search of his luggage so they couldn't search the rest of the car -
Some cases you just can't defend Sometimes the DWI video is so bad there isn't any doubt about intoxication -
Changing his mind on marijuana A leading neurosurgeon changed his mind on marijuana and now believes it should be legal -
Body temperature effects on breath testing Arizona court grants DWI defendants the right to present evidence that variables in a person's body temperature effect breath alcohol results -
Is the tide turning - Are prosecutors finally being held accountable? Prosecutor sanctioned for withholding evidence that would have cast doubt on the credibility of the victim's identification -
Setting up someone for a DWI - be careful who you have drinks with A lawyer in a defamation suit claims opposing counsel set him up by inviting him out for drinks, then calling the police to arrest him. Can this happen in TX? -
Will "big marijuana fight legalization? Despite what You would think not all medical marijuana growers and retailers are behind legalization -
What is a Strict Liability Drug Crime? A McLennan County, Texas story shows that the manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance can increase the charge in the death of an individual. -
Rare acquittal ordered because of Brady Violation A Galveston District judge ordered a directed verdict of acquittal after discovering the prosecutor withheld exculpatory evidence -
The unintended consequences of the War on Drugs America has fought a self-described "war on drugs" for decades. The result has been the creation that encourages shortcuts and tramples civil liberties -
Should defendants be able to obtain secret NSA phone records? Florida man seeks to utilize secret NSA surveillance for his defense - requests phone records to show he wasn't near scene of the crime -
Don't think you can get arrested for DWI if you are sober? Just because you haven't had anything to drink and are completely sober doesn't mean you can't get arrested for DWI -
Should I take a Breath Test? A prosecutor says no Houston prosecutor is fired for advising a friend to not take a breath test after being stopped for suspicion of driving while intoxicated -
Criminal Discovery Comes to Texas The Texas Legislature overhauled the criminal discovery statute and will for the first provide lawyers with copies of offense reports and statements -
No refusal weekends During holidays in many places if you refuse a breath test a warrant will be obtained to get a blood sample. These are often called "No refusal weekends" -
What happens after you legalize marijuana? Washington and Colorado have both legalized personal marijuana use. The issue they now face is how to control the marijuana industry -
Understanding the Consequences of Domestic Assault in Texas Being convicted of domestic assault in Texas can result in a misdemeanor or felony charge and can change your life forever.