Every state’s laws differ regarding the charge of statutory rape, and the consequences in Texas if convicted of a sex crime 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 […]
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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 […]
Life can be incredibly difficult without a car. So many of us rely on our vehicles in order to keep our cars, so losing your Texas driver’s license because of a DWI can be devastating. There are a number of circumstances that can get your Texas driver’s license suspended during an alcohol-related driving offense. These […]
As a felony of the second degree, a charge of intoxication manslaughter in Texas comes with some hefty consequences. If you are convicted of intoxication manslaughter in Texas then you’ll be facing: Between two to twenty years in prison Up to $10,000 in fines A suspension of your license lasting between six months to two […]
The age of consent in Texas is 17 years of age. This means that somebody under the age of 17 is incapable of legally consenting to sexual activity. It’s important to note the distinction between legally consenting compared to just consenting. Anybody could technically consent to sexual activity in the broad sense of the word. […]
Indecent exposure is one of those crimes that is almost perfectly described by the name it has been given. If you want to understand how indecent exposure works in Texas then it’s best to turn to Texas Penal Code Section 21.08 which reads: “A person commits an offense if he exposes his anus or any […]
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