Derek Adame
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 offender from committing further acts of stalking, sexual assault, or...
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 you’re like a lot of people you may think that prostitution should be legal. After all, doesn’t it...
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. However, much has changed in regards to the way the state handles physical...
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 discuss the Lone Star State’s DWI laws and what happens if you accidentally kill someone in...
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 is Texas’ version of probation; it allows offenders to be...
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 important that you understand the effects of a protective order and what can happen if you...
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 warrants? Arrest warrants and bench warrants are not exactly...
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 shotgun, nor are they prohibited from purchasing rifles and shotguns in contiguous...
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 doors for strangers, we are expected to be polite, courteous, and follow the standard etiquette...
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 would look on future job applications. If you are facing DWI charges in...