Plea bargains are a very useful tool for prosecutors even though they often do not want to admit it. They are all politicians to some degree and depend on public perception as a community protector when it comes to charging those who are truly a danger to society....
Theft in Texas ranges from shoplifting to armed robbery. Few people know about the theft of tampering with serial numbers, which is a crime in that state. It's a crime involving the removal or alteration of a product serial number to prevent the tracking of a stolen...
Robbery is one of the most widespread crimes in Texas and around the country. An arrest for this offense can be confusing and scary. It’s important to understand the elements of the charge. What is robbery? Robbery is a theft offense that involves a violent act in...
Terms like "theft" and larceny" are often used interchangeably in everyday language. However, in the legal context, these terms mean specific things with important distinctions between them. Read on to learn more about the precise legal definitions of theft and...
Assault and battery charges are considered very serious in Texas. A conviction can drastically change your life. As a result, if you face such charges, it’s important to have the best possible defense in your case. What is assault and battery? While assault and...
A defendant may go through an arraignment, hear the charges read aloud, and fail to understand them. This scenario could play out in a Texas court when someone faces burglary charges even though the person never stole anything. Many confuse burglary with theft, but...
Police investigations in Texas involve varying levels of intensity based upon the nature of the crime. Some searches need a warrant, which is a court-issued document giving police the legal right to search a suspect's property or person. Law enforcement searches that...
During a police lineup, several people who fit a suspect's description appear before a witness hidden from view. The witness must then identify the person who committed the crime. Unfortunately, the process may come with serious flaws as evidenced by decades of...
Those who have been convicted of a crime in Texas have the option of whether or not they want to take the stand. Many believe that taking the stand will allow them to share their side of the story. However, a skilled prosecutor can make even an innocent person look...
Texas legislators are focusing their efforts on reforming the state justice system. One of the biggest concerns is reforming the bond system so that those charged with violent crimes are unable to get out on bond. This call for reform is no surprise for many residents...