Articles

How You Can Get a Loved One Out of Jail

You never want to get that call. But if you do, your loved one may need your help. Bailing someone out of jail can be scary. If you have never done it before, you might even feel intimidated.

Businesses re opening, but not yet back to normal. Experts weigh in on how to safely get back to business

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — While Governor Greg Abbott says businesses will be reopening step-by-step, what do owners and employees need to be thinking about?

How the Term “Aggravated” Can Affect Your Case and Level of Punishment in the State of Texas

The definition of an aggravated crime will vary from state to state, which is why many people wonder what it means when it’s used in the criminal justice system. Is there really a difference between a robbery and an aggravated robbery in Texas, and is one worse than the other?

Legal system forced to adapt amid COVID-19 crisis

CORPUS CHRISTI, Tex. — The coronavirus pandemic has led to a balancing act with the scales of justice as judges and others must consider public safety along with inmates’ rights to a hearing.

Stay-at-home order doesn’t mean random police stops

All of Nueces County is counting down to 11:59 tonight.

How parents are dealing with schools closing due to coronavirus

The decision has left many parents scrambling, trying to figure out how they can make this work with their job and wondering just how long this will last.

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Several school districts in the Coastal Bend made the decision to close schools this week in an effort to hinder the spread of COVID-19.

Common Defenses for Texas Criminal Charges

In the United States, you’re considered innocent until you’re proven guilty. So, the burden of proof is on the prosecution — not you.

The Consequences of Consecutive DWI Convictions in the State of Texas

If you’re facing a DWI in Texas (whether it’s an arrest or a conviction), there are a number of things you have to consider. Will you have to spend time in jail?

Motivations and Triggers for Committing White-Collar Crimes

White-collar crimes can be committed for a few different reasons. They could be influenced by money, influence, or even power.

Understanding Assault and Battery Charges in the State of Texas

Many states treat assault and battery as two separate crimes, while others treat them as the same charge. And the reason for this is because the two offenses are closely related. The term “assault” refers to any action that puts someone else under threat of bodily injury, while “battery” refers to any type of physical contact.