Will Texas Relax Its Marijuana Possession Laws?

| Aug 4, 2018 |

During their summer conventions, both Republicans and Democrats in the Lone Star State approved platforms which would do just that. GOP delegates approved provisions calling for the decriminalization of marijuana and the expansion of medical marijuana. The proposal endorsed redu...

DL Suspension Continues to Draw Scrutiny

| Aug 3, 2018 |

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit revived a lawsuit which a Virginia district judge had dismissed due to a technicality. The lawsuit involves the practice of suspending drivers' licenses because of unpaid court fees. Critics say this practice forces people into a ...

Three Ways to Erase a Texas Criminal Record

| Aug 2, 2018 |

Punishment for a criminal offense does not end once the cell doors open or the period of probation ends. In fact, sometimes the collateral consequences can be just as bad, or even worse, than the direct consequences. Even a minor criminal conviction often makes it hard to get a g...

DUI and DWI testing and your rights

| Jan 30, 2018 |

DUI and DWI charges are serious and intended to discourage future dangerous activity. The penalties for such charges may cost drivers their driving privileges.  Those looking to maintain their rights must be aware of the charges and what they entail. There are a few ke...