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Top 5 Crimes Committed in the State of Texas

The Texas Department of Public Safety provides crime reports and statistics for each year, which allows residents to keep up with the most common crimes. When people are aware of the most common crimes being committed in their state, they can take measures to protect themselves.

How You Can Get an Early Termination of Your Probation in the State of Texas

If you have been charged with a crime in the State of Texas and took a probation, you might be able to get an early termination. But to qualify, you need to complete at least a third or two years of your probation (whichever is less).

How You Can Protect Yourself and Your Family from Drunk Drivers

You might think you’re helpless when it comes to protecting yourself and your family from the damage that a drunk driver can cause, but there are some things you can do to stay safer while you’re on the road.

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.