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Child Sex Crimes · Sex Crimes · Sex Crimes Involving Children

Can You Be Charged With Online Solicitation if You Never Met?

Online solicitation charges have become increasingly common in Houston recently. But this isn’t necessarily because more and more Texans are engaging in these crimes. Many of these people have never even met the people they were accused of soliciting online. But just because you never met doesn’t mean you can’t be charged. Internet stings have […]

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Criminal Defense

Should I Plead Guilty or Accept a Plea Bargain?

If you’ve been charged with a crime, you’re probably asking yourself, “should I plead guilty?” It’s likely that the prosecutor has offered you a plea bargain, and they’re pressuring you to accept it. A plea bargain is a contract between you and the prosecutor’s office involving the prosecutor’s promise of reduced penalties in exchange for […]

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DUI

Can I Drive for Uber With a DWI?

Driving for Uber offers flexibility and supplemental income, making it an attractive option for many in Houston. However, if you have been charged with a DWI in Houston, you might wonder about your eligibility to drive for Uber. The answer depends on several factors, including the nature of the offense, the time elapsed since the […]

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Criminal Defense · Student Crimes

Can Campus Police Make Arrests?

College campuses across Texas are patrolled by their own police departments, but many students and parents are unsure about the extent of their authority. Whether you’re attending a public university or a private college, it’s important to understand that campus police in Texas are fully empowered law enforcement officers. They can make arrests, issue citations, […]

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Child Sex Crimes · Criminal Defense · Sex Crimes Involving Children

Can You Be Charged with Child Porn Created by AI in Texas?

It’s no secret that artificial intelligence is changing the world. AI is also changing how the law views digital content. From auto-generated art to deepfake videos, AI can now create things that look incredibly real, including images that cross serious legal lines – especially when AI is used to create or manipulate sexually explicit images […]

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Criminal Defense · DUI · DWI

Average Cost of a Houston DWI

If you’ve been charged with DWI, you may already have had to pay bail and the vehicle impound fee. Unfortunately, these costs are minor compared to the fees you could potentially face if you are convicted. The reality is that you could wind up paying thousands of dollars as a result of your conviction, even […]

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Criminal Defense · Sex Crimes

When Should I Call a Sex Crimes Lawyer in Texas?

Facing a sex crime allegation can feel overwhelming. Your life will be instantly disrupted, your reputation shattered, and your whole future jeopardized. In Texas, sex crime charges like sexual assault, rape, child molestation, inappropriate student relationships, and child pornography carry harsh penalties and lasting consequences. From the beginning, your best course of action is to […]

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Child Sex Crimes

What Are Enticing a Child Charges?

Enticing a child is a serious charge under Texas law, covered in Texas Penal Code §25.04. This offense involves attempting to lure or persuade a minor, typically with the intent of removing them from their parent or guardian’s care. In Texas, enticing a child is taken very seriously, especially when there’s suspicion that the child […]

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