Plea deals, the requests of the judge, and the testimony of witnesses and victims impact sentencing hearings. A judge will process this information to render a sentence proportioned to the charges. Understanding the process of a sentencing hearing equips a defendant for what steps may occur during this phase of legal action. Also, becoming...

Harsh penalties are imposed on individuals believed to be involved in gang activity in Texas. The Texas legislature has enacted laws to target any perceived or actual actions by street gangs. Reviewing these laws gives a clearer understanding of how a Houston criminal defense attorney can help if you are charged with Texas gang...

When you are facing any type of legal matter, you have the right to go to court and represent yourself. The problem with this is that the experience, pressure, and process of doing so is complex, and often, the result is a loss to those who represent themselves. So, how do you hire a...

When a person, usually a former sexual partner, shares explicit images without their permission or consent in an effort to embarrass, humiliate or distress another person, that person could be in trouble in the state of Texas. The individual sharing those images has committed an act of revenge porn, and Texas takes that seriously. ...

Most people living or frequently traveling through Texas are familiar with the use of drug dogs at airports and border checkpoints. The use of drug dogs often comes under fire, making their service questionable in establishing probable cause. If you or someone you know has been accused of a drug crime in Texas, let...