The Texas court system considers different factors to decide if an alleged attack deserves aggravated assault charges. One of the key factors is intent. A person’s state of mind at the time of the crime can affect the charges and possible penalties. How Texas law...
Criminal Law
How is the rise of true crime media influencing criminal cases?
True crime media has become a cultural phenomenon. With podcasts, documentaries, and TV series, people have more access to crime stories than ever before. While these shows can be entertaining and educational, they can also impact the fairness of criminal trials. True...
What legal defenses exist for complex securities fraud cases?
Securities fraud cases are often complicated, involving allegations of misleading investors or manipulating financial markets. In Texas, those accused of securities fraud face serious penalties, including hefty fines and prison time. Understanding the available legal...
What counts as money laundering in Texas?
Money laundering is a serious crime. This offense typically involves disguising the origins of money gained through illegal activities, such as drug trafficking, fraud, or organized crime, and making it appear legal. Understanding what constitutes money laundering...
Elements that defendants can challenge for drug distribution
In Texas, drug distribution charges are serious and come with severe penalties. Being proactive about building a robust defense is helpful. Defendants facing these charges need to be aware of several critical elements that they may be able to challenge in court....
Defending against federal drug trafficking charges
Federal drug trafficking charges carry severe penalties. These include long prison sentences and hefty fines. If you face these charges, you need a strategic approach and a thorough understanding of federal law. Understanding the charges Federal drug trafficking...
Common examples of white-collar crimes
White-collar crimes, a term first coined in 1939, refer to finance-driven, non-violent offenses committed by business and government professionals. Unlike blue-collar crimes, which often involve physical injury or theft, white-collar crimes are all about deceit,...
What are the differences in jury and bench trials?
The National Conference of State Legislatures reported about one in three adults in the U.S. have a criminal record as of 2022. Many of these cases went to trial. There are two methods of conducting trials. An individual can choose between a jury trial and a bench...
USPS says hundreds arrested for mail theft, carrier robbery
Postal crime may not sound like much, but it’s a growing problem in America. In recognition of the rising threat, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) recently announced that police across the country have made over 600 arrests related to mail theft and postal carrier...
Is introducing ransomware into a computer network a felony?
As computers have grown in processing power and functionality over time, so has malware. Malware attacks have become so sophisticated that hackers now employ ransomware. This type of malware can lock victims’ computers behind encryption and copy any sensitive...
