One of the most serious types of criminal charges you can be accused of committing in Texas is attempted murder. Next to homicide, attempted murder carries some of the harshest criminal penalties. If you have been accused of attempted murder, your entire life could be affected. The allegations against you are enough to have...

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...

In Texas, the difference between sealing and expunging a juvenile record involves the record's access level of access. Sealing a record restricts who can see it. The record still exists but is not part of the public record and cannot be accessed by most entities. Expunging means the record is destroyed and removed from...

In Texas, a driver's license comes with “implied consent.” Meaning you agree to undergo alcohol or drug testing when arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI). But, you retain the right to refuse this testing with consequences. If you refuse, law enforcement needs a warrant to obtain a blood sample. But, during "no-refusal" weekends, police...

Many people assume that criminal convictions just fall off your record after a certain amount of time in Texas. However, this is not the case. Your criminal record includes a comprehensive list of every arrest and conviction in your background. While your criminal background may not be readily available, public information regarding your criminal...