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How to Respond When Police Ask, “Have You Been Drinking?”

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | Feb 2, 2024 | Alcohol Offenses, Arrests, Criminal Defense, Criminal Procedure, DWI

“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...

How to Respond When Police Ask if You’ve Been Drinking

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | Feb 2, 2024 | Alcohol Offenses, Arrests, Criminal Defense, Criminal Procedure, DWI

“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...

Can You Be Arrested for Playing Music Too Loud in Your House in Texas?

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | Jul 12, 2023 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Justice Process, Criminal Procedure

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 you were listening to your favorite music at full volume, and the...

Can I Go to Jail if I’m Convicted of Child Abuse in Texas?

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | May 8, 2023 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Justice Process, Criminal Procedure, Domestic Violence, Family Violence, Indecency With a Child, Sex Crimes, Sexual Assault, Statutory Rape

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 in jail. The short answer is that there are several possible outcomes depending...

Can a Juvenile Be Charged as an Adult in Texas?

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | Feb 13, 2023 | Arrests, Criminal Defense, Criminal Justice Process, Criminal Procedure, Drug Charges, Felonies, In the News, Juvenile Crimes, Marijuana, Murder, Weapons Charges

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...

What Are the Penalties for Solicitation of a Prostitute in Texas?

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | Jan 23, 2023 | Arrests, Background Checks, Criminal Defense, Criminal Procedure, Felonies, Sex Crimes

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...

What Is Aggravated Robbery in Texas?

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | Dec 30, 2022 | Aggravated Assault, Arrests, Assault, Criminal Defense, Criminal Justice Process, Criminal Procedure, Drug Charges, Felonies, In the News, Possession, Theft Crimes, Weapons Charges

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 to serve probation. The stabbing incident happened around two weeks...

Can I Go to Jail for Marijuana Possession in Texas?

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | Nov 30, 2022 | Arrests, Criminal Defense, Criminal Justice Process, Criminal Procedure, Drug Charges, Felonies, In the News, Marijuana, Possession

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, had 7.7 ounces of marijuana in his possession at the time of his...

What Should I Do If There’s a Warrant for My Arrest in Texas?

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | Aug 18, 2022 | Arrest Warrants, Arrests, Bench Warrants, Criminal Defense, Criminal Justice Process, Criminal Procedure, Felonies, In the News, Murder

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 college football player, during a youth football game in Lancaster,...

What Is the Difference Between Jail and Prison?

On Behalf of Derek A. Adame, Attorney at Law | Jun 10, 2021 | Criminal Justice Process, Criminal Procedure

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 holding centers for those who are in the justice system, but the primary difference is in the...

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