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Can Police Get DNA from Your Face Mask?

As of early July 2020, Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texans to wear face masks when in public. This comes in response to COVID-19, and…

When are Prior Bad Acts Allowed in Texas Sex Crimes: Is Your Past Haunting You?

When you’re charged with a sex crime in Texas, you can bet that the police will dig into your past. They’re looking for skeletons in your closet, like past convictions or arrests. The bigger, the better. They’ll specifically look…

Houston Sex Crimes: Average Sentences & Penalties

Even the whisper of a sexual accusation can have devastating effects. But when formal sex crime charges are brought against you, things get even more serious.

A sex crime conviction in Texas means facing several harsh penalties, including incarceration,…

How to Reduce a Second DWI in Houston

Facing Houston DWI charges more than once is far from uncommon. And with drastically higher penalties for a second DWI, this leaves many people wondering, “Can a second DWI be reduced?”

While we certainly understand the desire to deal with…

Sex Crime Plea Agreements: Is it a Good Deal?

In Harris County, Texas criminal cases are often resolved by plea agreements. Pleas are made between you and the prosecution, where you agree to plead guilty to select charges for a certain penalty.

While pleas must be approved by…