The Texas bail system is, by many accounts, broken. It doesn't effectively keep the public safe from potentially violent criminals. It does, however, end up keeping too many legally innocent people behind bars waiting on trial because they're too poor to afford bail.
Hosting a teen's party? Know the law in Texas
You want to be the "cool" parent, right? Maybe, you just want to make sure that your teenager is somewhere safe. Whatever the reason, you decide to let your underage teen hold a party with friends in your house or backyard -- with alcohol involved.
Keep your restitution up to date (or get help fast)
Have you been ordered to pay restitution in a criminal case? If so, you need to understand your obligation -- and what happens if you don't pay up.
Texas police departments take in millions through alleged crimes
How is it possible for the police to just strip you of your car, cash, or other hard-earned possessions?
Don't accept a plea deal before you read this
Have you been offered a plea deal in your criminal case?
How should I explain myself in criminal court?
When it comes to criminal court proceedings, a defendant may have a variety of criminal defense strategies available to help him or her navigate the legal process. One of these strategies relates to the way the defendant explains him or herself. You might refer to this as the type of "criminal defense story" the individual employs. Below, you'll find a quick overview of the two ways criminal defendants usually explain themselves.
Texas defendant gets lengthy prison term in medical fraud case
Defending some criminal cases is a relatively straightforward and not overly complex proposition. A thoroughly knowledgeable and well-prepared lawyer is thankful when such opportunities materialize.
Criminal history query an imminent deletion on college form
Judges, prosecutors, cops and certainly criminal defense attorneys - indeed, virtually all parties playing a role in the justice system - know that minors and adults should not routinely be subjected to the same process and similar outcomes when they face criminal charges.
Telling (and sad) story re confidential attorney/client exchanges
A Sergi & Associates website page emphasizes with uppercase lettering a number of do-and-don't tips for individuals interacting with police in an in-custody capacity.
Ankle monitoring: a criminal justice plus or negative?
The answer to the above-posed query in today's blog post obviously depends on who is responding to the question. As it true with many criminal law topics, viewpoints range widely. There are both advocates and opponents of electronic monitoring.
