Most people have at least heard of their Miranda rights, as it is a classic line in many films and television shows focused on police work. However, not as many people understand how Miranda rights work in real life or what it means to invoke them. Who uses their...
If a criminal charge for drug offenses results in an official conviction, then a college student might lose their scholarships. Each university may have its own policies surrounding drug abuse which might outline further penalties for prohibited behavior. As a parent,...
It is important to take DWI charges seriously from the start. Even if it is a first-time charge, it can still result in tremendous impacts to a person's daily life and future. But just what are these impacts? How can a DWI - even just one - have an impact on just...
A Texas traffic stop may be a harrowing experience, and you may, like many, feel uneasy interacting with law enforcement even if you have not done anything illegal. However, knowing what rights you have during a traffic stop may help you feel more comfortable when the...
Criminal convictions, especially those that involve violent crimes, have the potential to alter a person's life for years to come. It makes sense for a person to feel nervous when facing such charges. It is important thusly to separate the common myths from the actual...
Most people regard a DWI as the result of driving when under the influence of illegal substances. Drugs like cocaine, heroin, marijuana and methamphetamine could lead to a DWI charge, but so can prescription pain killers, sleeping aids and other medications. It is not...
If you are convicted of a DUI, you may be uncertain about what is ahead of you. There can be many variables, and the future may seem unclear. While there can be a lot of different things that impact your case, that does not mean that you have no options. Understanding...
When many people consider burglary, they may have certain ideas about what this offense entails. However, burglary has a broader meaning than many people realize. Most people may associate burglary with theft. According to the Texas Legislature, people do not need to...
If you see a sobriety checkpoint up ahead, you may want to avoid it for any number of reasons. However, it may seem like something you have to go through due to the way it's set up. But do you actually need to go through a sobriety checkpoint when you see one? Or is...
As a nurse, you have dedicated your life to helping others. You have also gone through several years of school and may have a significant amount of debt. Once you reach your goal of being a nurse, you may wonder what will happen if you are convicted of DWI. Will your...