Drunk driving charges can send the accused driver’s life into tumult almost immediately. Because accused drivers are facing potential criminal and administrative penalties, and a potentially sweeping impact on their personal and professional lives, they should be familiar with some common ways of defending against drunk driving charges. The traffic stop was improper Police officers have to follow certain rules…
Many Texans have heard that individuals have a right to remain silent when they are under arrest. Television shows and movies often make dramatic scenes out of arrests and show suspect being led away as law enforcement officials recite Miranda warnings to them. However, the right to remain silent may seemingly contradict a practice many are taught as kids: if…
Most criminal convictions will remain on a person’s record for a lifetime. However, there are circumstances under Texas law that allow the removal of arrests and convictions from an individual’s criminal history. Law enforcement officials refer to this process as an expunction. Who is eligible Those who are eligible for an expunction of a criminal record under Texas criminal law…