Derek Adame
If you are ever suspected of a crime, you should know the difference between a "detainment" and an "arrest.” Both acts involve a loss of freedom, but they serve different purposes. This article explores these differences in Texas, helping clarify common...
Can I Get Arrested for Protesting in Texas? Participating in protest demonstrations can be a constructive and empowering way to express your views and advocate for change as a U.S. citizen. Like voting, the right to assemble is a civil liberty that many of us take for...
Participating in protest demonstrations can be a constructive and empowering way to express your views and advocate for change as a U.S. citizen. Like voting, the right to assemble is a civil liberty that many of us take for granted. In our current political climate,...
“Have you been drinking?” is a terrifying question to hear as a Texas driver. If you were pulled over by law enforcement in a traffic stop, understanding how to engage with police wisely and respectfully is essential to avoid severe penalties. In some cases, how we...
“Have you been drinking?” is a terrifying question to hear as a Texas driver. If you were pulled over by law enforcement in a traffic stop, understanding how to engage with police wisely and respectfully is essential to avoid severe penalties. In some cases, how we...
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 think that being indicted means one has been arrested, while others...
Recently, a Denton woman's drunken altercation with law enforcement led to misdemeanor and felony charges. According to a report from the Denton Record-Chronicle, officers arrived at the scene of a fight and found a visibly intoxicated woman. Reportedly, the woman's...
Recently, a man was arrested for abandoning his dog on the side of the road in Dallas. According to WFAA, the incident happened on Teagarden Road near Dowdy Ferry Road. A surveillance camera in the area recorded the man pulling to the side of the road, letting his...
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 wrong. The incident took place around lunchtime on a Friday in a...
If you've been charged with solicitation of a prostitute in Texas, you may be wondering what the penalties are. Unfortunately, the answer is not simple. The penalties can range from a misdemeanor to a felony and depend on various factors, such as the age of the...