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FAQs About Pre-Trial Bond in Denton County

Posted on Sep 14, 2017

In Denton County, when a defendant is sentenced by the court to community supervision in lieu of jail or prison after committing a misdemeanor or felony, or when a defendant has been placed on ...

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What Are the Effects of a Protective Order?

Posted on Aug 17, 2017

In Denton County and throughout Texas, the victims of stalking, sexual assault and family violence (sometimes called domestic violence) can ask the court for a protective order, which prohibits the ...

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Prostitution Charges in Denton, Texas

Posted on Jul 25, 2017

People often refer to prostitution as the “oldest trade” or the “oldest occupation” because it probably is, or at least it’s one of the oldest trades to exist. If ...

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Penalties for Assault in Texas

Posted on Jun 7, 2017

Texas is known for its steakhouses, saloons, cattle ranches, cowboys, and of course, its guns. It’s no secret that the Lone Star State has a tough reputation – always has and always will. ...

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Penalties for Intoxication Manslaughter

Posted on May 15, 2017

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, “About every 20 minutes in Texas, someone is hurt or killed in a crash involving alcohol.” That being said, we’re going to ...

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Community Supervision in Denton County, TX

Posted on Apr 13, 2017

If you are facing criminal charges in Denton County, Texas, you are probably interested in learning more about Community Supervision, which was formerly known as Adult Probation. Community Supervision ...

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Denton County Protective Orders

Posted on Mar 20, 2017

Has someone recently taken a protective order, otherwise known as a “restraining order” out against you for family violence (domestic violence) in Denton County? If so, it’s ...

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Arrest Warrants in Denton, Texas

Posted on Feb 15, 2017

Do you have reason to believe there is a warrant out for your arrest in Denton or anywhere else in Denton County? If so, do you understand the difference between traditional arrest warrants and bench ...

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Unlawful Carrying of Weapons in Denton, Texas

Posted on Jan 19, 2017

Unlike some states, Texas happens to be rather “gun friendly.” Unless barred under the law, Texas residents are not required to obtain a state license to purchase a handgun, rifle, or ...

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Preparing Yourself for Criminal Court

Posted on Dec 8, 2016

In our society, we live by long-established rules of “good conduct” and “proper etiquette.” Whether we’re at church, taking a class, waiting in line someplace, or holding ...

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Do I Have to List a DWI on Job Applications?

Posted on Nov 15, 2016

Since most people change jobs about every five years on average, it’s understandable why someone facing driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges would be concerned about how a DWI conviction ...

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Marijuana Possession in Denton

Posted on Oct 20, 2016

Many people feel that marijuana should not be a Schedule I controlled substance with a “high potential for abuse” and with “no medical benefits.” In fact, thousands, if not ...

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Penalties for DWI in Denton, Texas

Posted on Sep 22, 2016

Drinking alcohol is not only a normal part of American culture, people have been consuming alcohol for thousands of years. Understandably, it’s a hard habit to break! Drinking was not much of a ...

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How are Arrests Made in Texas?

Posted on Aug 17, 2016

If you, or someone you love was recently arrested in Texas you may be thinking, “Hey, this arrest wasn’t fair” or “The arrest wasn’t legal!” If you are suspicious ...

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Why Defendants Accept Plea Deals

Posted on Jul 13, 2016

If you are facing criminal charges in Denton or anywhere else in Texas, don’t be surprised if your case never goes to trial. Our criminal court system is over-crowded, thus, prosecutors and ...

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Statutory Rape in Texas

Posted on Jun 14, 2016

Growing up, you probably heard about “statutory rape.” If you’re male, you may have worried about dating young girls out of fear that their parents may have you arrested for ...

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Family Violence in Denton, TX

Posted on May 11, 2016

Has someone in your family or household accused you of family violence? If so, these are not accusations to take lightly. Under Texas law, family violence refers to any act that is committed against a ...

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When Does Texas Try Juveniles as Adults?

Posted on Apr 12, 2016

Are you a parent of a teenager who was recently arrested for a crime, such a violent crime, selling drugs, robbery, or a sexually motivated crime? Or, perhaps your son or daughter has been in trouble ...

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Ex-Lake Dallas HS Coach Pleads Guilty

Posted on Mar 9, 2016

Last week, D. Walker, 59, a former softball coach at Lake Dallas High School pleaded guilty to having an inappropriate relationship with a female student at the school. According to Denton County ...

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Marine Arrested in Fatal Shooting of UNT Student

Posted on Jan 6, 2016

DENTON, TX – A Marine stationed in Arizona was arrested in connection to the fatal shooting of S. Mutschlechner, 20, a student who was attending the University of North Texas. After obtaining an ...

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Denton Man Arrested for Punching Teen Daughter

Posted on Dec 1, 2015

DENTON, TX – While many families had just finished celebrating Thanksgiving and Black Friday shopping, one Denton father was spending what was left of the holiday weekend behind bars for the way ...

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Restoration of Firearm Privileges in Texas

Posted on Nov 3, 2015

The people of Texas take pride in their ability to possess firearms, and this is a right that we do not take lightly. Compared to other states, Texas has some of the most generous gun laws in ...

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Teen Accused of Posing as Student Gets 20 Years

Posted on Oct 5, 2015

R. Lugo, 17, went to the trouble to enroll in an elementary school and pose as a student in order to sexually victimize young children, according to Hurst police. Now, the teenager accused of posing ...

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Denton Roller Derby Owner Accused of Stealing Nearly $1 Million

Posted on Sep 1, 2015

A. Campbell, the owner of a Denton roller derby rink is accused of bilking a company for nearly $1 million. Campbell, 40, of Trophy Club, was in the Tarrant County Jail on Aug. 20, after being accused ...

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