A dismissed criminal charge can be a significant relief, especially if you are worried about the possibility of a conviction. However, the resolution of a criminal case is not always the end of the story for your career. Depending on your profession and the type of...
Financial management in the workplace involves complex transactions and countless chances for human error. As a result, the line between an innocent mistake and an embezzlement charge can seem unclear. However, Texas law requires prosecutors to prove four specific...
Red and blue lights in the rearview mirror can mean more than a traffic stop and possible allegations of drunk driving. It can change a nursing career in minutes. When the driver is a nurse or other medical professional in Texas, a DWI arrest creates two immediate...
Federal agents requesting an interview will rarely tell you that you are a target of their investigation. Instead, they may characterize you as a witness, suggest they need your help understanding certain transactions or imply that others have already implicated you....
You may wonder what options exist if detention continues or if a past conviction still affects your life. In Texas, an appeal may not address every issue that can arise later. A writ of habeas corpus may give you a way to ask a court to review whether your restraint...
Most criminal offenses in Texas fall into two main categories. Less serious criminal matters result in misdemeanor charges, while particularly severe criminal matters lead to felony charges. There are certain types of offenses that can produce either misdemeanor or...
Accountants, investment professionals and real estate brokers are among those who may be at risk of white-collar criminal charges. Professionals may find themselves accused of embezzlement, money laundering or various types of fraud. White-collar charges can lead to...
Most people struggle to understand their appeal rights. They know that those convicted of crimes may have the right to ask for a review by the courts, but they do not understand what that process entails. They may not even understand when an appeal is possible. An...
Like many other states, Texas offers diversion programs for certain criminal offenses, giving eligible defendants a chance to avoid a permanent criminal record. Diversion programs are designed to help individuals take responsibility for their alleged actions, complete...
Violent criminal charges are among the most significant criminal offenses prosecuted in Texas. While assault may not be as serious as a homicide offense, it is often more serious than a minor traffic violation or certain property crimes. Texas has a relatively robust...