Violating Probation In Texas For The First Time
After all the stress of dealing with lawyers, courts, and possibly a jail sentence, the fear of violating probation in Texas and doing it all over again can seem overwhelming. If you or someone you know is under probation for any reason, it's important to realize what...
Voting In Texas | What You Need To Bring
Although Texas is known for not quite following all the rules, when it comes to voting in Texas, there are still a few different things you need to bring before casting your ballot! Here are the types of photo identification that are accepted: *State-issued Texas...
How to Stay Safe at an Adult Halloween Party
Halloween is a holiday that can be a really fun time for people of all ages, including adults who typically enjoy going to Halloween parties. This type of activity has long been one of the most popular. However, there are a few steps that should always be taken in...
Strange Halloween Laws the Around the Country
Halloween is a holiday that's naturally full of all sorts of fun, imagination, and creativity for people of all ages. However, this famous intersection of fun and mischief has also led to all sorts of lesser-known laws you may not have been aware of. Here are three of...
Why Employers Should Be Scared of Halloween
Many employment experts will soon be releasing warnings regarding holiday and Halloween parties in the workplace, as well they should. The reports aim to warn managers about the potential risks of drinking too much at these types of gatherings, or even drinking any...
Halloween Costume Ideas for Legal Professionals
When it comes to Halloween, the holiday is about more than just getting candy and celebrating all things scary. It's also about dressing up in amazing and creative costumes and trying to show that your costume is better than someone else's. And what is a hardworking...
Drunk Driving And Football In Texas
Football is as iconic to the state of Texas as longhorns and armadillos. Despite this, officials with the state Department of Transportation always encourage residents to enjoy their favorite games in a manner that is both safe and responsible. Since many football...
Dry Counties | Why Does Texas Still Have Them?
Even before Prohibition, there "dry counties" across some parts of the United States of America, meaning that the sale of alcohol was illegal. In 1919, however, the 18th amendment made these types of restrictions legal all across the entire country. While some...
How much does a DWI really cost in Texas?
When it comes to getting a DWI, you not only will have to deal with the stress of being arrested and convicted of drunk driving, but you will also have to deal with paying costs of upwards of $20,000 or more. This is the case even if there were no injuries or property...
What To Do Before A Texas Court Hearing
When it comes to a DWI hearing, many people worry about factors such as what they should wear and how they should behave. No one is ever truly happy to attend one of these hearings, especially since there will be often be upwards of 50 people in a single courtroom. ...
Safety Tips for Your Kids Going Back to School
The Austin Police Department recently released a list of safety tips that coincide with local children preparing to head back to school to start a new academic year. The list of tips are designed to keep not just children safe, but parents as well. The APD has also...
Which bars in Austin sell the most alcohol?
It was recently revealed that alcohol sales in the city of Austin, as well as across various other areas in Texas, increased by double digits. In just one month, a total of $71.7 million worth of wine, beer, and other beverages were poured in restaurants, bars, and...
Cities in Texas with the Most Fatal DUI Crashes
Back in 2016, there were a total of 17,434 auto accidents in the state of Texas, all of which involved drunk driving. Throughout the state, however, there were some areas that were hit much harder than others. Here are the top three cities in Texas that had the most...
Why there are more DWI arrests in the Summer
Summer is considered the time in between Memorial Day in June and Labor Day in September. There are several reasons why the number of arrests would go up in summer. The most obvious being the there are more people out at events drinking socially. More partying During...
Texas Self Defense Laws
Austin is a relatively safe city in Texas. But it’s always a good idea to learn how to protect yourself. There are tons of self-defense classes available for people to learn how to defend themselves. There are laws regarding using self-defense and what constitutes...
Signs you hired a bad lawyer
Your attorney should be supportive and knowledgeable about your case. If you have a feeling your attorney might not be right for you read this list. Then if it confirms your suspicions, hire a new one. 1.Empathy Trials are very personal things that greatly affect the...
The most dangerous parts of Texas
The FBI used data from hundreds of cities across Texas and compiled a list of the most dangerous areas of Texas, and the results may surprise you. West Texas Odessa is considered the most dangerous city in Texas with a high rate of aggravated assault. There crime rate...
Texas Offering Amnesty To Drivers Who Currently Owe Surcharges For Violations
A one-time amnesty for drivers who currently owe surcharges based on their driving record is being offered by the state of Texas. Those who qualify for the amnesty could end up saving upwards of thousands of dollars. The program is available through the Driver...
Travis County And Austin Departments Named In Lawsuit By Sex Assault Victims
Various police departments in both Travis County and the city of Austin have been named in a recent lawsuit filed by three sex assault victims. The lawsuit states that the women were denied “equal access to justice and equal protection of the law.” The following...
Three Reasons To Hire An Attorney
When it comes to hiring attorneys, they don't have to be hired for every single legal matter; however, there are other situations in which going through a tough legal issue may require hiring an experienced legal expert to help you with your case. Additionally, hiring...
Using The Fifth Amendment To Prevent Self-Incrimination
Chances are great that you've likely heard someone use the phrase “pleading the Fifth” at one time or another in your life. In essence, it means that individuals have the constitutional right to not answer any questions either while in court or in the custody of...
How Texas’ Open Container Law Operates
If you're planning to be out on the road soon, it's important that you take the time to research the open container law for the state of Texas. Many individuals end up finding that they've mistakenly broken a law due to not actually understanding how it works. The...
“No Refusal” Initiative Set To Take Place In Austin
The Austin Police Department has announced that during Memorial Day weekend in the city of Austin, the No Refusal Weekend DWI Initiative will again go into effect. During the implemented times, which have not yet been announced, detectives will provide assistance in...
What to expect on probation in Texas
The Difference Between Probation and Parole Probation refers to being supervised in your community of residence rather than being sentenced to jail time, while parole mandates that an individual be supervised upon release following serving a jail sentence. The...
Blue Laws In Texas Still Being Felt Today
Upcoming votes regarding the liquor proposition in one area of the state of Texas will essentially be following the continued shake-off of what's referred to as “blue laws.” These laws enabled voters to determine the overall extent of alcohol sales in their area of...
Can A Field Sobriety Test Be Passed While A Driver Is Sober?
If a driver isn't physically impaired in any way, shape, or form, chances are they haven't given much thought to being able to pass a field sobriety test when you haven't actually been drinking. However, there are some individuals who are physically unable to pass...
What An Officer Looks For During A Drunk Driving Traffic Stop
Whenever an officer interacts with a driver, they can often search for signs that the driver may be intoxicated. These signs can be sought out under a few different circumstances that include the following: *The driver was stopped as part of a DUI roadblock *They were...
What Different Misdemeanors Mean And How They Can Affect You
In the state of Texas, criminal offenses are divided into two main categories: *Felonies *Misdemeanors Misdemeanors are essentially lesser crimes than felonies and are also divided into three different classes based on both how severe the punishment is and how serious...
What’s The Difference Between A DUI And DWI In Texas?
It's no secret that most of us are familiar with the terms DUI and DWI. The terms are short for “driving under the influence” and “driving while intoxicated,” respectively. On the other hand, it's also possible that someone may not completely understand how these...
Recent Ruling May Allow Liquor Purchases From Costco And Walmart
A Texas state law that has essentially prevented companies such as Costco and Walmart from selling hard liquor to customers has been determined unconstitutional by a federal judge. While those opposed to the law were extremely thrilled, those who support it have...