There are many ways for people to run afoul of Texas controlled substance laws. Simply possessing or being under the influence of certain substances could lead to an individual's prosecution for a possession offense. Transferring medication to other people, even if...
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Who keeps the house in a Texas divorce?
Financial issues are often the top concern during Texas divorces. People don't want to undermine their financial stability or lose their most valuable assets. Some people even stay in unhappy or unhealthy marriages to avoid the expense of divorce and the challenges of...
What factors influence a child support agreement?
Child support represents every parent’s obligation to provide for their progeny’s basic needs, including food, clothing and shelter. When parents separate or divorce, that usually means dividing up the support obligation according to each parent’s financial means....
What is an ‘aggravating factor’ and how can it impact my case?
The charges that prosecutors file against someone accused of breaking the law in Texas depend on the ins and outs of an individual’s situation. Prosecutors must behave in accordance with state law. They generally choose what charges to pursue based on the evidence...
Certain choices involving prescribed drugs can lead to charges
When people discuss criminal charges related to drugs, the focus is almost always on prohibited substances that the state and federal government both recognize as dangerous to the public, like MDMA, heroin and methamphetamine. However, Texas state prosecutors also...
When can I modify my child custody arrangement?
Everyone's life, including parents' lives, change and evolve. When parents are divorced, and there is a custody agreement in place, there is a process for changing or modifying that custody arrangement. Whether it is the necessity to move out of state, a significant...
Does community property mean an even split between spouses?
There are typically three types of issues that complicate Texas divorces. It can be very challenging for people to negotiate custody arrangements when they share minor children. Couples also argue quite a bit about support obligations for children or dependent...
How the Texas drug courts help professionals facing charges
It doesn't matter how many years someone has dedicated to their career. It only takes a few minutes for everything to change. An arrest for alleged criminal activity can have major consequences for modern professionals. Those convicted of an offense may miss weeks of...
Could an affirmative defense help you avoid a conviction?
Although it is quite common for those accused of criminal offenses to plead guilty, going to court to defend themselves is always an option, even when the prosecutor seems to have a strong case. There are countless ways for those accused of a criminal offense in Texas...
You deserve a chance to see your child grow up
A divorce can make everyone’s lives a little more difficult, but when your divorce involves children, you should still be doing what’s in their best interests. You might have to spend less time with them than you do now, but barring situations involving violence,...