When you're on probation in Texas, your probationary period may be reduced once you complete one-third of the probation period. The time may also be reduced after two years of community supervision, whichever comes first. The length of the probation sentence depends...
Month: March 2021
The downsides of juveniles being charged as adults
Depending on the circumstances, Texans under 18 facing criminal trials may be charged as juveniles or adults. Unfortunately, several negative consequences can attach to minors tried as adult defendants. Adult penalties kick in for juvenile crimes The justice system’s...
What offenses could land you in Texas juvenile court?
Most juveniles are considered to be between the ages of 10 and 17. There is a long list of offenses that could land a child or teen in juvenile court, which includes violent crimes, vandalism and drug crimes. Many juvenile crimes are often considered to be misdemeanor...
The various types of theft
While theft may seem like a clear-cut word used to describe the act of stealing, the law isn't always that simple. In fact, Texas and even federal law categorize different types of theft depending on the unique circumstances of the case. These fall into the categories...