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When Should You Plead the Fifth?

Posted on August 1, 2022 in
Anyone who has watched any courtroom TV drama knows the phrase, “I plead the fifth” by someone on the stand. But what does it actually mean? In short, pleading the fifth refers to the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which protects Americans’ right to remain silent or share information with police that...
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What is Early Release Probation?

Posted on April 27, 2022 in
Many people find themselves convicted of petty crimes in the state of Texas. It is extremely common that these same people are required to serve probationary periods as a part of their sentence. What is often forgotten, however, is that a certain set of circumstances can get someone off of their probation and back...
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Is Carjacking a Federal Crime?

Posted on April 10, 2022 in
Carjacking is unfortunately quite a regular occurrence in large cities across the United States. Texas is not excluded from this list, as cities such as Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio see their fair share of carjackings. At any rate, there is a great deal of confusion in regards to the differences between state and...
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Violation of a Protective Order in Texas

Posted on April 3, 2022 in
Protective orders, also known as restraining orders, may grant a large amount of power to an individual residing in the United States of America. The point of this legal mechanism is to set limits on the communication, contact, or interaction between two people as a result of certain circumstances. This extends to electronic and...
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Is Stalking a Crime in Texas?

Posted on April 1, 2022 in
Stalking and cyberstalking are serious offenses in the state of Texas. However, while many people are under the impression that avoiding contact with an individual prevents them from being charged as criminals, simply causing fear and presenting oneself as a reasonable threat may be enough to initiate a court case. It is important for...
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