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Is Being Indicted the Same as Being Arrested?

The criminal justice system has several stages. In some cases, these stages can appear to overlap, which can confuse individuals who are facing criminal charges. For instance, many people tend to ...
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Can You Be Arrested for Playing Music Too Loud in Your House in Texas?

Music plays a significant role in our lives, and everyone has different tastes in it. Some like to listen to classical music, while others enjoy hard rock. But have you ever faced a situation where ...
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Can I Go to Jail if I'm Convicted of Child Abuse in Texas?

If you’ve been accused of child abuse in Texas, it’s important to understand the potential legal ramifications. You may wonder whether a criminal conviction for child abuse will land you ...
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Can a Juvenile Be Charged as an Adult in Texas?

Recently, two 17 year olds in Prosper, Texas were charged with murder. According to the Denton Record-Chronicle, the teens shot and killed a 19-year-old man from Little Elm during a drug deal gone ...
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What Is Aggravated Robbery in Texas?

Recently, a 32-year-old man in Denton was accused of stabbing another person with scissors. According to the Denton Record-Chronicle, the 32-year-old man is a felon who was recently released from jail ...
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Can I Go to Jail for Marijuana Possession in Texas?

Recently, a Texas A&M football player was arrested and charged with felony marijuana possession. According to the Houston Chronicle, the player, who is a freshman offensive lineman for the Aggies, ...
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What Should I Do If There's a Warrant for My Arrest in Texas?

Recently, a tragic event happened at a youth football game in Texas. According to USA Today, Yaqub Salik Talib, brother of former NFL player Aqib Talib, shot and killed Michael Hickmon, a former ...
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What Is the Difference Between Jail and Prison?

What It Is Like in Jail People often throw around the terms “jail” and “prison” interchangeably, but there actually is a difference between the two. Both are designed as ...
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Can I Obtain a Passport if I Have a Felony?

It’s safe to say that most Americans travel abroad at some point in their lives. Whether it’s a cruise, a European vacation, a trip across the border to our neighbors Canada or Mexico, or ...
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Traveling Abroad With a Criminal Record

It’s very common for U.S. citizens to travel outside the United States. Americans frequently travel to Canada, Europe, and Mexico for vacation. They often travel for pleasure, work, for school, ...
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Will My Criminal Case Go to Trial?

If you are facing criminal charges for the first time, you’re probably very nervous about the future. Perhaps the only knowledge you have about criminal cases is what you’ve learned from ...
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Community Supervision in Denton County, TX

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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Arrest Warrants in Denton, Texas

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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How are Arrests Made in Texas?

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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