Texas has a reputation for being very respectful and supportive of gun ownership and the 2nd Amendment, and the laws reflect that attitude. Many Texans own a firearm for both sporting uses and personal protection. There are more gun dealers in Texas than in any other state. There are very few restrictions on owning and …
Currently there are no federal or state laws exist that say it is illegal to videotape police officers. However, most U.S. courts hearing cases brought by people who were arrested for filming law enforcement have sided with the defendants, not the police. While it is generally agreed that when you video the police, the First …
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How well do you really know your know your constitutional rights? You may often hear people say how important it is to know your rights. However, many people really don’t know exactly what their rights really are. Let’s take a look at some of the most important that you need to know in regard to …
There’s been some important changes to Texas Laws on DWIs. On September 1, 2019, new DWI laws went into effect concerning penalties for those convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI). Two of the laws will have a positive impact on those convicted of a DWI while another will increase fines on some DWI offenses. Ending …
New Texas Bill Legalizes Hemp. Here Is What You Need To Know. On June 10, 2019, Governor Abbot signed House Bill 1325 into law, effectively legalizing cultivation and production of hemp in Texas. This move is a result of the implementation of the 2018 Farm Bill that authorized (but did not legalize) production of domestic …
If you have run afoul of the law, an expunction may be an option for you. This is a court-ordered process where your record of arrest or a criminal conviction is “sealed”. This basically means it’s erased in the eyes of the law. Sometimes this is also called “setting aside a criminal conviction”. In …
If you are given a DWI probation in Texas, this means the judge is allowing you to avoid jail by giving you the chance to abide by certain rules for a specified time. Probation reduces certain penalties associated with a DWI conviction, such as jail time and fines. In Texas violating this type of probation …
Is it possible to get a Prescription Drugs DWI? Many people assume that if they have a prescription for medication, they are safe no matter what. However, that is not always the case. An individual could be convicted of DWI in Texas while on prescription medication alone, if it rises to the level of intoxication. …
The topic of Marijuana Possession has a lot of questions surrounding it. If you have been following the news, you will have undoubtedly seen calls for legalization of Marijuana in the United States. Texas is well behind the movement compared to States like Colorado and California. In Texas any usable quantity of Marijuana is illegal …
When a friend asks for an aspirin, you don’t think twice about giving them a couple. However, when it comes to prescription medications, different rules apply. In Texas, prescription drug charges can get you and your friend into serious trouble with the law where you can face fines or even jail time. Most people know …
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