Texas
Posted in Criminal defense,Texas on August 2, 2019 by David Breston
Paying for goods and services fairly supports the backbone of our society here in Texas and in the United States at large. We know that shoplifting goods is a serious crime punishable by fines and imprisonment – but what about stealing services, like cable installation or landscaping work? Just like theft of goods, Texas law… read more
Posted in Texas on April 1, 2019 by David Breston
Animal cruelty laws exist to protect animals from neglect, abuse, and mistreatment, and each state has unique animal cruelty laws everyone should know. A new United States House Bill seeks to make animal cruelty a federal offense, and the bill apparently shows strong bipartisan support. In the meantime, Texas residents should know how the state… read more
Posted in Knife Laws,Texas on February 6, 2019 by David Breston
The sale of weapons is a heavily regulated activity, and Texas weapons laws do not pertain solely to firearms. The state also regulates bladed weapons like knives and swords, and the Texas Right to Bear Arms includes a provision that allows the state legislature to control the sale of weapons for crime prevention purposes. However,… read more
Posted in Texas,traffic tickets on December 11, 2018 by David Breston
Running a red light in Texas typically leads to demerit points on the offending driver’s license as well as fines. The state relies heavily on traffic cameras to issue citations for red light violations, but these tickets aren’t always justified. What happens if you receive a red light camera ticket in Texas for an unwarranted… read more
Posted in Immigration,Texas,travel on October 3, 2018 by David Breston
When submitting a request or application to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), you will likely receive a copy of Form I-797 at some point. This form is a request for a specific type of information, depending on the variation of I-797 you receive. While it’s not possible to fill out Form I-797, this… read more
Posted in Texas on October 3, 2018 by David Breston
Fake IDs are an unfortunately common method for people to try and pass themselves off as an age or individual whom they are not, usually to conduct activities they can’t do legally. One of the most widespread uses of fake IDs is for college students and minors who wish to purchase alcohol underage, but there… read more
Posted in Criminal defense in Texas,sex crimes,Texas on September 3, 2018 by David Breston
Sexual assault is a serious crime that has severe consequences under Texas law. Assaults of either an adult or a child can lead to prison time, large fines, and your name listed on the Texas sex offender registry. However, not all cases of sexual assault are violations of consent – some can happen when the… read more
Posted in DWI - Driving While Intoxicated,Immigration,Texas on May 15, 2018 by David Breston
If Texas lawmakers are strict about two things, it’s immigration laws and driving while intoxicated (DWI). It may surprise you to learn that a connection exists between DWI and deportation or immigration status in the state of Texas. It’s imperative to discuss your case with an attorney immediately after a DWI charge as an immigrant… read more
Posted in Criminal defense,Texas on April 30, 2018 by David Breston
If you are a Texas resident looking to erase your criminal record, you need the help of a local Houston attorney who understands both state and federal laws regarding sealing criminal records. Everyone makes mistakes. Unfortunately, some mistakes have higher consequences than others, leading to arrests, charges, and convictions. Talk to the criminal defense team… read more
Posted in Speed Limit,Texas on March 6, 2015 by David Breston
Technically, going a single mile over the speed limit is breaking the law. Most cops and state troopers understand that speedometers are accurate within two mph or less, depending on the age and model of the vehicle. The leeway traffic cops give drivers is situational. You should absolutely go the speed limit in school zones,… read more