The charges and penalties for crimes can vary widely in the State of Texas. They often depend on the type of crime being committed, whether the defendant has a criminal history, as well as any other circumstances of the case. Like many other states, Texas has adopted a system of “determinate sentencing.” This means that there are certain sentencing guidelines in Texas, which are standards that have been put in place so rational and consistent sentencing practices in a particular jurisdiction can be established. It also helps the courts to determine what type of punishment should be assigned for the crime.

Criminal sentencing in the State of Texas is based on the category or level the crime falls under, which include the following:

• Class C misdemeanor.
• Class B misdemeanor.
• Class A misdemeanor.
• State jail felony.
• Third-degree felony.
• Second-degree felony.
• First-degree felony.
• Capital felony.

Be sure to speak to a qualified attorney for more information.

Types of Misdemeanor Classes in Texas

Criminal offenses that are least severe are considered misdemeanors, which are sorted into different “classes” based on their severity. If you’re convicted of a misdemeanor offense in the State of Texas, you won’t lose any of your civil rights. Here is an explanation of the different misdemeanor classes in Texas:

• Class C Misdemeanors — These are the least serious criminal offenses in the State of Texas, which can include traffic violations as well as any type of petty theft of shoplifting offense. They can lead to a fine of no more than $500 with no jail time, but you still have the right to a trial (which can be held in a municipal court, traffic court, or any court through the Justice of the Peace).
• Class B Misdemeanors — These types of crimes can lead to 180 days in a county jail and fine of up to $2,000, as well as two to three years of community supervision (called “probation”). First-time offenders might be able to receive a “deferred adjudication,” which is a plea deal in which the defendant pleads “guilty” or “no contest.” After he or she has successfully completed a probation period, the case will be dismissed and will have no criminal conviction on his or her record.
• Class A Misdemeanors — These are the worst types of misdemeanor offenses in the State of Texas and can result in up to one year in a county jail and a fine of up to $4,000. You can also get up to two years of probation, which can be extended to three years. Like Class B misdemeanors, you can also receive a deferred adjudication for these crimes.

Be sure to speak to a qualified attorney for more information.

Types of Felony Crimes in Texas

Felonies are the most serious types of criminal offenses. And according to the sentencing guidelines in Texas, the punishments can range from 180 days in jail to life in prison, as well as a fine of up to $10,000 and community supervision. Felony crimes in Texas are broken down into various levels (called “degrees”) that are based on the severity of the offense and the type of punishment that’s considered appropriate.

Here is an explanation of each type of felony in the State of Texas:

• State Jail Felonies — These types of crimes don’t fall into the degree system associated with other types of felonies. The punishment for these crimes involve jail time of at least 180 days but no more than two years, as well as a fine that can’t exceed $2,000. It can also lead to community supervision. The principle of “time off for good behavior” doesn’t apply to state jail felonies, so your sentence must be completed in full (unlike doing time in a county jail or the Texas Department of Correction where inmates can get an early release). However, some state jail felonies can be reduced to misdemeanors, which can lead to no jail time.
• Third-Degree Felonies — These types of crimes are more serious than state jail felonies and misdemeanors. Punishments can involve prison time of 2-10 years and a fine of up to $10,000. However, community supervision may be involved. Some of the crimes that are considered third-degree felonies are intoxication assaults, stalking, and indecent exposure to a child.
• Second-Degree Felonies — These types of crimes are more serious than third-degree and state jail felonies. Punishments can involve 2-20 years in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000, but there’s a chance of getting community supervision. Some of these offenses can include human trafficking, indecent contact with a child, robbery, and manslaughter.
• First-Degree Felonies — These are the second most serious crimes in Texas. Punishments can involve 5-99 years or life in prison, as well as a fine of up to $10,000. But there is the possibility of community supervision. Some of these crimes can include the solicitation or attempt of capital murder, as well as aggravated robbery and kidnapping.
• Capital Felonies — These are the worst types of criminal offenses in the State of Texas. Getting convicted of a capital felony could lead to life in prison or even death. Some crimes considered to be capital offenses are premeditated murder, espionage, and treason.

If you have been charged with a crime in the State of Texas and are looking for a criminal defense lawyer in Corpus Christi to help you with your case, be sure to get in touch with Gale Law Group.

DWI arrests are still taking place in Corpus Christi. People are still going to jail for driving under the influence of alcohol, and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down. 2016 was a record year in terms of DWI arrests in the Coastal Bend. The police arrested 1,428 people for drunk driving in that year. The previous record was in 2014, which had 1,407 DWI arrests. Of the DWI arrests made in 2016, CCPD officials reported that:

• There were 14 arrests for “driving under the influence,” which means that the person being arrested was less than 21 years of age.
• There were 132 felony accusations, which included 86 DWI arrests with three or more previous convictions.
• There were 11 arrests for intoxicated assault, where someone was injured in a crash that was caused by an intoxicated driver.
• There 32 arrests for a DWI with a child passenger.
• There were 3 arrests for intoxicated manslaughter, where someone died in a crash caused by an intoxicated driver.

The police collected blood or breath samples for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) analysis from all of the 1,428 arrests except for five cases where that evidence wasn’t gathered. The average result for these analyses was a BAC level of .15, which is almost twice the legal limit of .08. There were 415 DWI arrests that involved a vehicle crash, so 1,013 of these arrests were made after an officer initiated a traffic stop.

Here are the number of DWI arrests for all the previous years:

• 2015 — 1,331 arrests.
• 2014 — 1,407 arrests.
• 2013 — 1,203 arrests.
• 2012 — 1,036 arrests.
• 2011 — 900 arrests.
• 2010 — 979 arrests.
• 2009 — 784 arrests.
• 2008 — 847 arrests.
• 2007 — 768 arrests.
• 2006 — 896 arrests.
• 2005 — 859 arrests.

This clearly shows a steady increase leading up to 2016, and there continues to be a large number of DWI arrests in Corpus Christi.

Common Defenses Against a DWI in Corpus Christi

You may have heard all kinds of stories about how to beat a DWI charge (such as sucking on a penny or breath mint after you have been pulled over), but these tactics have been repeatedly proven to be ineffective. Instead of relying on urban legends and “old wives’ tales” to avoid a DWI conviction, a more effective strategy is to come up with a good defense. Here are some of the common defenses you can use against a DWI in Corpus Christi:

• Improper stop by the police — It’s against Federal Law for police officers to stop or pull over a private citizen without “reasonable suspicion.” The officer needs to have more than a hunch or “gut feeling” that someone is or has committed a crime. With regard to a DWI or any traffic stop, the officer must actually see you do something wrong. If you were obeying all traffic laws, your vehicle wasn’t malfunctioning, or didn’t give any indication that you were driving while intoxicated, you might be able to argue that the officer didn’t have cause to pull you over.
• Failure to follow proper field sobriety test protocols — Officers need to follow certain protocols while they’re administering field sobriety tests (FST’s). If they don’t follow these procedures, any evidence they gathered from the test can be suppressed (especially if they were disrespectful, overly intimidating, or behaved in a manner that’s considered inappropriate).
• Improper testing and storage of blood alcohol samples — The police must have the blood-alcohol analysis performed by a trained and licensed phlebotomist as soon as possible after they have made the arrest. If there was an unreasonable wait time or the test was performed by an untrained laboratory technician, they could be used as a way to contest the results. The police must also make sure that blood samples are properly maintained after the test so it doesn’t become contaminated or accidentally mislabeled. If there are doubts about the integrity of the sample, it could get thrown out.
• Medical conditions — Certain medical conditions can not only create the appearance of drunkenness but can also affect the results of a breathalyzer test. Neurological problems and even fatigue can cause slurred speech, while other conditions (such as allergies and sinus problems) can cause watery eyes. An “alcohol smell” on someone’s breath can be caused by a diabetic side effect (called “ketosis”), which is caused by the fermentation of glucose in the blood stream and can cause even a sober person to fail a breathalyzer test.

If you’re looking for the best DWI lawyer in Corpus Christi to help you with your case, be sure to get in touch with Gale Law Group.

Learning about gun safety is important when it comes to defending yourself from shooters like the one who killed a church pastor in Winona on Sunday.

Learning what comes after shooting a gun is just one of the things instructors from Hold the Line teach. They also teach how to hold, and load, a gun, and what kind of stance to use when shooting.

https://www.kristv.com/news/local-news/hold-the-line-teaches-gun-safety

If you have been charged with a crime, you have the right to a “speedy public trial by an impartial jury.” You also have the right to know “the nature and cause of the accusations” and to have a written copy of the charges. At no time can you be compelled by the prosecution to present self-incriminating evidence, nor can they confront you with the witnesses they have against you. You also have the right to gather witnesses who will testify in your favor and to legal counsel who can represent you in an “adversarial judicial proceeding.” This includes the right to engage in private consultations with your lawyer in advance of the proceeding, so you can make the necessary preparations.

Your Right to Appointed Legal Counsel

If you’re not able to afford an attorney, you can have one appointed for you. And this person will be able to represent you in any judicial proceeding. If you have been appointed legal counsel and if the judicial process has already been started, the court or authorized designee will appoint counsel for you in the county where you have been arrested as soon as possible. But it can’t be later than:

• The end of the third working day after the court receives your request for the appointment of legal counsel if you were arrested in a county with a population of less than 250,000.
• The end of the first working day after the court receives your request for the appointment of legal counsel if you were arrested in a county with a population of 250,000 or more.

If you were arrested under a warrant that was issued in a county other than where the arrest was made and you’re entitled to appointed legal counsel, it will be processed in the county that issued the warrant.

Your Rights with Regard to Signed Pleadings

Any plea, motion, or paperwork that has been filed on your behalf by your attorney must have the person’s name and state, as well as his or her address. If you’re not being represented by an attorney, you will need to sign any plea, motion, or document that must be filed for or on your behalf. The signature from you or your attorney certifies that you have read the document and that, after “reasonable inquiry,” you believe that any of the following applies:

• The information is groundless and has been brought against you in bad faith.
• The information is groundless and has been brought against you due to harassment, unnecessary delay, or some other improper purpose.

If you or your attorney hasn’t signed any of the necessary documents, the court will strike it unless they’re signed immediately after the omission has been called to you or your attorney’s attention. If you or your attorney has filed a fictitious pleading for some improper purpose or makes a statement in a plea that you or your attorney knows is groundless and false (whether it’s for delaying the trial or for the purpose of harassment), you could be found guilty of contempt.

Your Right to a Trial by Jury

According to the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, you have the right to a trial by jury. But if you have been charged with any offense “other than a capital felony case in which the state notifies the court” and the prosecution is seeking the death penalty, you have the right to waive a trial by jury. You’re required to submit the request in writing in an open court after they and the prosecuting attorney have given approval, which must be done in writing. The document must also be signed by their attorney and filed in the court papers before you can enter your plea.

In a capital felony case where the prosecuting attorney is not seeking the death penalty, you can waive your right to a trial by jury but only if they consent to it in writing and in open court. You can also agree to waive a jury trial regardless of whether you’re being represented by an attorney when you have requested it. But before you can agree to waive the jury, the court is required to appoint an attorney to represent you.

Other Rights Under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure

Here are some other rights listed under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure:

• Searches and Seizures — No search warrant can be issued without describing them as near as they can and without “probable cause” supported by an “oath of affirmation.”
• Right to Bail — Every prisoner is bailable unless it’s for a capital offense in which the proof is evident.
• Habeus Corpus — Your right to go before the court can never suspended.
• Cruelty Forbidden — No excessive bail or fines can be imposed, nor can any cruel or unusual punishment be inflicted.
• Double Jeopardy — At no time can you be charged twice for the same offense, nor can you be put on trial again once a verdict has been reached.
• Acquittal A Bar — You’re exempted from a second trial or prosecution for the same offense if you have been acquitted.

If you have any questions about your rights in Texas criminal procedures, be sure to get in touch with Gale Law Group.

SAN ANTONIO – There is a new lawsuit against the Bexar County Sheriff alleging defamation, slander and violations of due process.

The claims are coming from a couple arrested and accused of kidnapping a 3-year-old girl last year.

Read the full story here

If you have been convicted of a crime, you may have to serve time in prison and pay a series of fines. But, after you have served your prison sentence, you will most likely have to go through a probation program before it’s considered “fully served.” To go through this process, you will have to follow a strict set of rules and meet with your probation on a regular basis. There are some things you can do to make this process easier, so you can get off of parole without being sent to prison for a probation violation.

When you’re on probation, you have been given a chance to stay in society instead of being incarcerated, but you will be under the supervision of the court. During this period, you will have to follow the terms and conditions that have been set by your probation officer, which will depend on the type of crime you committed and the county in which you were convicted. If you fail to meet these conditions, you run the risk of being incarcerated (most likely for a long period of time).

How You Can Stay in Compliance with the Terms of Your Probation in Texas

Here are some things you can do to make sure you stay in compliance with the terms of your Texas probation:

• Make sure you understand it completely — If you have been flagged for a probation violation and you have to talk to a probation officer or judge, claiming that you didn’t realize you were doing so isn’t going to get you off the hook. It’s your responsibility to understand and follow all the terms that have been set by the court, so make sure you ask your probation officer to clarify anything you don’t understand.
• Develop a good relationship with your probation officer — Your probation officer has a lot of power. And if you make a mistake or violate the terms of your probation in Texas, he or she can recommend that it be revoked. Make sure you get on the good side of your probation officer by always being on time (or even early) for your scheduled meetings and by being respectful at all times.
• Show up for all your appointments — Know when and where you need to be for your appointments, and make sure you’re there every time. It takes precedence over everything else in your life. But if something does come up, notify your probation officer as soon as possible. It doesn’t mean you’re in the clear for missing a meeting, but letting people know why after the fact can get you in trouble.
• Keep records — If part of your probation includes paying child support or going to a certain number of alcohol education classes, make sure you keep accurate records of any payments you made or classes you attended because it will go much further than your word when it comes to proving your case.
• Stay out of trouble — If you aren’t allowed to drink alcohol, don’t go to a bar or hang out at a party that serves it. Don’t put yourself in a position where you can unintentionally break the terms of your Texas probation with the hope that you can get away with it. The short-term benefits of breaking the rules aren’t worth the long-term consequences (which can lead to more jail time). So, make sure you stay out of trouble while you’re on probation.
• Pay your fees — Most people who are put on probation in Texas are required to pay certain fees, fines, and other expenses. This might include court costs, probation fees, costs related to drug testing, and restitution payments to the victim. Make sure you pay them in full and on time. But if you’re not able to pay, at least try to pay a little toward them as often as you can. Late or unpaid fines can lead to a revocation, which can get you arrested and sent to jail.
• Get a job — The conditions of your probation will most likely require you to get and keep some type of steady employment. Your probation officer wants to know you’re working and are being a productive member of society, and some will want to see a pay stub or some other proof of employment.

If you have any questions about how probation works in the State of Texas, be sure to speak to someone at Gale Law Group. We’re a criminal defense lawyer in Corpus Christi with years of combined experience in dealing with these types of cases, and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have.

During the holiday season, more people will be out eating, drinking, and being merry. So, the odds of getting arrested for a DWI are higher. Alcohol-related driving fatalities are more common from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, which is one of the most disturbing statistics (especially when it’s during a time that’s supposed to be cheerful). You can keep from becoming one of these DWI-related statistics if you take certain steps to avoid any drunk-driving consequences over the holidays.

What You Can Do to Avoid a DWI in Texas During the Holidays

Here are some things you can do to avoid a DWI in Texas during the holiday season:

• Don’t drink and drive — The easiest and best way to keep from getting a Texas DWI is not to drink if you plan to drive or can’t find a designated driver. Driving drunk doesn’t just affect you. It’s dangerous for everyone else who shares the road.
• Make sure you’re under the legal limit — Like every other state, Texas has a legal blood alcohol content (BAC) level under which you’re permitted to drive. And one way to avoid getting a DWI in Texas is to keep it under control. One way to keep your BAC down is to eat while you drink, because food will help your body to digest the alcohol.  You can calculate your BAC based on your weight, but you need to be careful about how many drinks you have per hour.
• Drive safely — Safety should always come first when you’re driving. But when you’re out drinking, you need pay close attention to all traffic laws. Now isn’t the time to beat the yellow light or roll through that stop sign. Your attention should be on the road, so texting and chatting on your phone or messing with the radio isn’t a good idea.
• Behave yourself — If you get pulled over by a police officer, be polite and cooperative while complying with his or her requests. This can include retrieving your driver’s license and agreeing to sobriety tests.
• Stay Sober — You can’t get arrested for a DWI in Texas if you don’t drink at all. You can also serve as a “designated driver” to anyone who plans to drink at that time.
• Find someone reliable to be your “designated driver” — If you plan to drink at a certain event, you can ask someone to be your designated driver. Just make sure it’s someone you know will stay sober even when he or she is faced with peer pressure.
• Use a rideshare service to request a ride — If you’re not able to find a designated driver, you can always use a rideshare service to get home safely. But there’s one thing you should keep in mind. When there’s a great deal of demand for rides, surge prices will apply. So, you should expect to pay the highest fares between midnight and 3:00am.
• Stay at a friend’s place or book a hotel — If you live far from the event and you have a friend who lives close to the venue, you can ask him or her to spend the night so you don’t have to drive back home. If you don’t know anyone who lives close to the event, you can book a room at the closest hotel or motel.
• Host a holiday party — You can avoid leaving your home in the first place by hosting an event in your own home. Just make sure you’re open to someone spending the night or to make driving arrangements for your guests.
• Don’t rely on the “one drink an hour” rule — Everyone gets a different reaction to alcohol, so the rule of having one drink every hour won’t work for everyone. Some people can absorb and eliminate the alcohol from a single drink in just one hour, but there have been many cases where someone followed this rule and still got arrested for a Texas DWI.
• Be aware of your own limit — When it comes to alcohol, everyone is different. What one person can tolerate may be too much for someone else. Make sure you know your limit, because it will keep you from having more than you can handle.

If you have been charged with a DWI in Texas and need to hire one of the best criminal lawyers in Corpus Christi, TX, be sure to get in touch with Gale Law Group. We would be happy to speak wit you about your case!

The laws for marijuana use have changed at a rapid pace in the United States, especially in recent years. This has left people confused about what is and isn’t legal in different parts of the country. The attitudes toward marijuana use has changed quite a bit throughout many parts of the country, but Texas has gone its own way. Many states have allowed for the medical use of marijuana, has decriminalized petty offenses, and has even legalized recreational use. Texas, on the other hand, continues to impose severe penalties for marijuana use, but it did pass a very restrictive medical cannabis law that allows for the limited use of low-THC, high-CBD cannabis oil.

In the State of Texas, possessing even a small amount of marijuana can result in jail time. Anything less than two ounces can lead to jail time of up to 180 days and a fine of up to $2,000. But if you’re caught carrying concentrates (such as hash oil), you’ll be charged with a felony and can lead to prison time of up to two years. While there have been some more progressive proposals with regard to marijuana legislation, only one bill has allowed for the limited use of low-THC cannabis products. And Texas lawmakers have legalized the commercial production of hemp.

Recreational Marijuana Laws in the State of Texas

It’s a crime in the State of Texas to possess marijuana for recreational use. If you’re caught with up to four ounces of pot, you’ll be charged with a misdemeanor. This could lead to a fine of up to $4,000 and a year in jail. Being caught with more than four ounces is a felony, which can lead to at least 180 days and up to 99 years in prison and a fine of $10,000 – $50,000 (depending on the amount). There have been efforts in the Texas legislature to decriminalize marijuana, but nothing has passed. Possession of pot will result in prosecution, including the mandatory minimum sentence for the possession and sale of large amounts.

The drug penalties in the State of Texas depend on three factors:

• The amount of the substance you have in your possession.
• The type of substance in your possession.
• Whether you were in the presence of minors when you were caught.

The penalties for marijuana possession in the State of Texas include:

• Under 2 ounces: Class B misdemeanor.
• 4 ounces to 5 pounds: State jail felony.
• 5-50 pounds: 3rd degree felony.
• 50-2,000 pounds: 2nd degree felony.
• Over 2,000 pounds: Texas Department of Criminal Justice Institution for life or 5-99 years and a $50,000 fine.

The penalties for the sale of marijuana in the State of Texas include:

• 0.25 ounces or less: Class B misdemeanor (with no renumeration).
• 0.25 ounces or less: Class A misdemeanor (with renumeration).
• 0.25 ounces to 5 pounds: State jail felony.
• 5-50 pounds: 2nd degree felony.
• 50-2,000 pounds: 1st degree felony.
• Over 2,000 pounds: Texas Department of Criminal Justice Institution for life or 10-99 years and/or a fine of $100,000.

If you deliver over 0.25 ounces of marijuana to a minor under the age of 17 who is currently in school, you’ll be charged with a second-degree felony. And if you’re in a drug-free zone, the penalties will be doubled.

Medical Marijuana Laws in the State of Texas

While there has been some legislative support for the medical use of marijuana in the State of Texas, no comprehensive law has been put into place. But the state did pass a low-THC cannabis oil bill. Patients who qualify need to get a prescription from two certified specialists before they can be legally allowed to use cannabis oil with up to 0.5% THC. While the law has been put into effect, many people are skeptical about whether it be successfully implemented. While doctors can “prescribe” patients, few of them are willing to do it because prescribing a Schedule I Controlled Substance could put their DEA license at risk.

When the law was first passed, it only applied to the treatment of intractable epilepsy. But last year, Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill that expanded it to the following conditions:

• Alzheimer’s Disease
• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
• Autism
• Huntington’s Disease
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Spasticity
• Terminal Cancer

Hemp-based CBD products are legal under Federal Law, but state laws may vary. Feel free to speak to someone at Gale Law Group for more information. We’re a criminal defense lawyer in Corpus Christi that will fight for you. So if you’re facing a marijuana charge, be sure to reach out to us.

In 2018, the Corpus Christi crime rate was 411 per 100,000, which was 1.5 times higher than that national average. This was also higher than 91.9% of U.S. cities and was an 8% increase compared to the previous year. The city had 24 homicides, which was an increase of 3 compared to 2017. And in the last five years, the City of Corpus Christi experienced an increase in violent crimes. The overall crime rate in Corpus Christi is higher than other areas of the Coastal Bend, which have the following crime rates:

• Portland has a crime rate of 154.6 per 100,000.
• Gregory has a crime rate of 70.8 per 100,000.
• Ingleside has a crime rate of 175.5 per 100,000.
• Taft has a crime rate of 146.4 per 100,000.
• Robstown has a crime rate of 422.9 per 100,000.
• Aransas Pass has a crime rate of 430.8 per 100,000.
• Port Aransas has a crime rate of 428.7 per 100,000.
• Sinton has a crime rate of 457.8 per 100,000.

The City of Corpus Christi has been consistently higher than the national average since 2002. And as of September 1, 2020, there were 1,086 registered sex offenders living in the area.

Individual Crime Rates in Corpus Christi

The individual crime rates increased in 2018 compared to the previous year. And while the overall crime rate has gone down compared to what it was in 2005 (which was at 540.4 per 100,000), there has been a steady increase in many crimes in the city. Some of the crime statistics for the City of Corpus Christi include:

• The murder rate in 2018 was 24 per 100,000. This is higher than it was in 2005, which was 8 per 100,000.
• The number of rapes was 296 per 100,000 in 2018, compared to 217 per 100,000 recorded in 2005.
• 515 robberies were committed per 100,000 in 2018, compared to 481 per 100,000 recorded in 2005.
• 1,654 assaults were committed per 100,000 in 2018, compared to 1,342 per 100,000 recorded in 2005.

Some crime rates were lower compared to what they were in 2005, but they were still higher compared to more recent data. Some of these crime rates in Corpus Christi include:

• 2,146 burglaries were committed per 100,000 in 2018, compared to 2,232 per 100,000 recorded the previous year.
• 8,913 thefts were committed per 100,000 in 2018, compared to 8,776 per 100,000 recorded the previous year.
• 913 auto thefts were committed per 100,000 in 2018, compared to 731 per 100,000 recorded the previous year.
• 70 arsons were committed per 100,000 in 2018 compared to 57 per 100,000 recorded the previous year.

The violent crime rate in Corpus Christi for 2018 was 434.4 per 100,000, which was higher than the national average of 207.3 per 100,000 recorded the same year. The property crime rate for the City of Corpus Christi was 308.0 per 100,000, which was higher than the national average of 189.3 per 100,000 recorded the same year. Both of these statistics were higher than they were the previous year. The number of law enforcement employees in the City of Corpus Christi (including police officers) in 2018 was 652, which includes 443 officers. And the average number of officers for every 1,000 residents was 1.35. This is lower than the Texas average for that year, which was 1.55. In fact, the average number of officers for every 1,000 residents has been consistently lower than the Texas average in previous years.

The percentage of crimes committed in 2018 were as follows:

• 61.3% were thefts.
• 14.8% were burglaries.
• 11.4% were assaults.
• 6.3% were auto thefts.
• 3.5% were robberies.
• 2.0% were rapes.
• 0.5% were arsons.
• 0.2% were murders.

For more information about the crime rates in Corpus Christi and how you can defend yourself if you have been accused, be sure to speak to a qualified attorney.

Your Choice for a Criminal Defense Attorney in Corpus Christi!

If you have been accused of a crime and need someone to come up with a solid defense, Gale Law Group is here to help. We have a team of experienced attorneys who will not only represent you in court but will also make sure that your rights are protected. We’re a criminal defense lawyer in Corpus Christi that will fight for you. So if you want the best chance to defend your case, be sure to get in touch with us. We would be happy to speak with you about the details of your case!

Here are some resources for parents who might be struggling with their kids learning online.

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Like most parents, Miranda Lindley knows the stress of having a child who is beginning the school year online versus in person.

“The hardest part for us is having a six year old having, her sit still and keep her attention for the 30 minutes it would take on a screen,” said Lindley.

Lindley, who has also been working from home because of the pandemic, knows she is one of the luckily ones as she is able to keep an eye on her daughter throughout the school day.

Read the full article here!