In Texas, mental health is a significant factor in criminal defense cases. Your mental state can not only affect how you understand the charges, but it can also affect your ability to help in your defense and make informed choices.
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If you understand these strategies, you’ll be better able to navigate the legal process and achieve a more favorable outcome. Here are some common criminal defense strategies for drug possession charges in Texas.
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You’re legally allowed to use force against someone else if you reasonably believe it’s needed to protect yourself from the other person’s use of force or if he or she attempts to use illegal force.
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While some defenses are meant to show that the prosecution has failed to make its case, others are considered “affirmative defenses” (which must be independently proven). Here are some of the common criminal defense tactics that are used in court.
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Corpus Christi has a mix of urban and suburban areas, so these numbers can vary significantly. But in recent years, there have been concerns about the property crime rates.
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Corpus Christi has a higher rate of violent and property crime than the national average. Violent crime in the city is 35% (compared to the national average of 22.7%), while the property crime rate is 56% (compared to the national average of 35.4%).
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A criminal record is a comprehensive historical document that’s maintained by the state or federal government. It has detailed information about criminal law violations, arrests, and convictions.
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The Miranda Warning has its origins from a Supreme Court case in 1966, which is referred to as “Miranda vs. Arizona.” The case centered around Ernesto Miranda, who was arrested in Arizona three years earlier.
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The criminal justice system consists of a complicated set of laws, procedures, and institutions. So, misconceptions about the system can lead to confusion, fear, and even injustice.
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You may think you know what to do after you have been arrested and that you can continue with your normal activities.
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