Peer pressure can be very powerful, especially for young people, and it may even start at a younger age than many parents realize. Some experts note that you can see examples of peer pressure in children who are just two years old. But as those children grow up, this...
Accusations of violating Texas drug statutes can lead to major penalties. Infractions involving both prohibited drugs, like methamphetamine, and controlled substances, like Oxycontin, can violate state law. Prosecutors often pursue felony charges over drug law...
Police officers often need to gather evidence of a crime before they can pursue a criminal charge against an individual. Yet, there are very specific requirements for when, where and how police officers can conduct the searches that can help them to gather the...
Flashing lights in your rearview mirror is always alarming, even if you did nothing wrong. But when suspicion of drunk driving is involved, it is particularly critical to do everything right when dealing with the police. Knowing your rights and acting strategically...
The juvenile justice system is supposed to provide rehabilitation options for youths who are potentially heading down the wrong path. For some of these juveniles, being placed in a detention center is considered necessary. However, there are times when that’s not the...
Most people know that they’re the only person who should take any medications subject to a personalized prescription. Yet, others share prescriptions frequently. Some who engage in such sharing are aware that doing so is a crime, while others are not. Several criminal...
The United States has been fighting a “war on drugs” for decades – with very little success. That hasn’t stopped the government, however, from continuing to pass new legislation that’s designed to keep the battle going. While past efforts have focused on marijuana,...
Assault is a violent criminal offense in Texas. State prosecutors could bring charges against someone involved in an altercation with another person. An assault conviction could lead to numerous criminal penalties imposed by a judge. People also have to live with a...
Texas has some of the strongest laws concerning marijuana in the country. Even though it has become legal for recreational purposes in other states, possession of any amount of marijuana without the appropriate authorization to use it for medical purposes is illegal...
For those who have been accused of drunk driving, knowing what penalties they’re facing is a priority. Penalties for drunk driving aren’t always the same. A first conviction for this charge results in the most lenient penalties, but even those are harsh. Tiered...