An indictment is a formal criminal accusation made against an individual who has allegedly committed a crime. An indictment is made based upon available evidence, but they are not required for every crime. On a federal level, indictments are only required for felonies that will be heard by a federal court. At a state...

Over the last few decades, most people's lives have become completely ingrained and intertwined with the Internet. Now that most individuals have what equates to miniature computers in their pockets in the form of a phone, more and more individuals rely on Internet searches to go about their daily lives. However, it is important...

Anyone can report suspected child neglect or abuse to child protective services (CPS). In this instance, CPS examines the information surrounding the alleged neglect or abuse. If warranted, CPS moves forward with an investigation into the claim.  A CPS investigation is a serious matter. During the investigation, CPS can consult with a child, caregiver,...

An individual can be falsely accused of a crime and experience several problems. In this instance, false allegations can cause an individual to suffer reputational damage within their community. Also, an individual risks loss of employment due to false allegations. An individual can even experience discrimination as a result of false allegations, too.  Those...

The use of illegal and recreational drugs occurs too frequently throughout the state of Texas, from homes to public parks and many other areas in-between. To protect vulnerable populations from exposure to these substances, Texas has established certain drug-free zones where law enforcement strictly prohibits the use and possession of a controlled substance. If...