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What is Considered Statutory Rape in Texas?

Posted on by Chad Chyreck

Every state’s laws differ regarding the charge of statutory rape, and the consequences in Texas if convicted of this charge are some of the harshest in the county. There are various age  “limits” when it comes to statutory rape, but the legal definition of the crime is similar almost anywhere in the country. Statutory rape […]

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Drug Crimes, Latest News

Texas Marijuana Laws Explained

Posted on by Chad Chyreck

In recent years, laws in Texas regarding cannabis, hemp, and other drugs have changed rapidly. These Federal, state, and county law changes confuse many Texans regarding what can and cannot be possessed and used. Most “hard” drugs, either prescription (without proper authorization) or illegal (such as heroin, etc.), are widely known to present severe legal […]

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Drug Crimes

Do Pharmacists, Dentists, and Nurses Get Drug Tested in Texas?

Posted on by Chad Chyreck

Anyone in a medical-related profession is expected to get tested for drugs upon their hiring and randomly at other times in their career. A pharmacist, nurse, or dentist handles prescription drugs all the time, but that does not mean they are exempt from the harsh Texas illegal or misuse of prescription drug laws. Even though […]

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Sex Crimes

Sexual Assault Defense FAQs

Posted on by Chad Chyreck

What is considered sexual assault in Texas? Texas Penal Code Section 22.011 defines the crimes of rape and sexual assault. According to the statute, sexual assault occurs when any non-consensual, unwanted sexual contact against another person involves penetration of a sexual organ by any means. Lack of consent can include threats of violence, coercion, manipulation, […]

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Family Violence

Domestic Violence FAQs

Posted on by Chad Chyreck

What is the punishment for assault on a family member in Texas? Texas does not have stand-alone domestic violence laws. Instead, domestic violence is called an assault on a family member in Texas. There are three different types of crimes within the category of assault on a family member — domestic assault, aggravated domestic assault, […]

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