Texas Defense Firm | September 16, 2025 | Criminal Defense
What Is the Difference Between a Dismissal, an Acquittal, and “No Charges Filed” in a Texas Criminal Case?
Most people’s view of the criminal justice system is that there’s a trial, and the defendant is pronounced either “guilty” or “not guilty.” But the reality is often not that simple. When police open a criminal investigation, there are many ways it can be resolved–and if you’re a potential suspect, you need to be aware…
Texas Defense Firm | September 11, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Roadside Checkpoints Are Constitutional: Texas Court of Appeals
A very recent case decided by the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, the State’s highest court of appeals to hear criminal cases, has established the lawfulness of roadside checkpoints under certain circumstances. This case will affect not only Driving While Intoxicated cases, but all criminal cases and the citizenry in general. I’ll explain. The Fourth…
Texas Defense Firm | September 10, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Am I Being Detained? 6 Questions You Should Ask During Interactions With the Police
Police encounters can happen quickly and unexpectedly. Knowing what to say and what not to say can make a big impact on protecting your rights. In McKinney, Texas, officers have broad authority to question people, but that authority has limits. Knowing what those limits are can help you avoid escalating the situation while ensuring you…
Texas Defense Firm | August 23, 2025 | Criminal Defense
What Proof Is Needed for a Restraining Order in McKinney, TX?
Restraining orders, called protective orders under Texas law, are powerful court orders designed to protect individuals from things like stalking or family violence. If you are seeking one in McKinney or if someone has filed one against you, it’s important to understand what proof is needed for a judge to grant it. Protective orders can…
Texas Defense Firm | August 4, 2025 | Criminal Defense
The Best States for Responsible Gun Owners
Gun laws vary widely across the United States. While some states make it difficult to own or carry a firearm legally, others have created clear and balanced systems for responsible gun ownership. If you’re a law-abiding citizen who wants to exercise your Second Amendment rights, certain states stand out for how they handle things like…
Texas Defense Firm | August 1, 2025 | Criminal Defense
What Is the Difference Between OVI, DUI, DWI, and OMVI?
If you’ve been pulled over for suspected drunk or drugged driving in Dallas, Texas, you may hear terms like DUI, DWI, or even OVI. These acronyms can get confusing fast. While they all refer to some form of impaired driving, the exact meaning and legal consequences can vary depending on the state. In Texas, only…
Texas Defense Firm | May 16, 2025 | Criminal Defense
What Is “Probable Cause”?
You cannot be arrested for a crime in Collin County unless police and prosecutors have probable cause to charge you. But what exactly does “probable cause” mean? You have probably heard that phrase many times before without understanding its origin or importance. Every American’s Constitutional Right In American law, probable cause is a legal standard…
Texas Defense Firm | May 16, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Are Photos and Video Evidence Always Allowed in Texas Courts?
We live in a visual age. Thanks to modern technology we can all carry around small video recording devices at all times. And in a culture where people now routinely photograph and share their restaurant meals with the rest of the world, it stands to reason we expect to see photos and video evidence employed…
Texas Defense Firm | May 16, 2025 | Criminal Defense \ Federal Criminal Defense
The Texas Three Strikes Law
If you are like most people, you have likely heard of Texas’s “three strikes law” in reference to criminal proceedings. The law derives its name from baseball, where batters who accumulate three strikes “strike out” and their chance to bat is over. In the context of Texas criminal law, rather than referring to missed or…
Texas Defense Firm | May 16, 2025 | Criminal Defense
Firearm Discovered at TSA Checkpoint – What Now?
Gun laws can be confusing. Every state has its own laws, and there are federal laws that come into play as well. Plus, some state laws are not transferable everywhere, so it’s not uncommon for people to face weapons offenses even though they believe that are within their legal rights. Most states—like Texas—have concealed carry or…