Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyer's Blog
What Do I Tell My Boss After an Arrest?
This is a very common question. We aren’t employment lawyers, but I think we can help. Unfortunately there isn’t a […]
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The Top 3 Reasons to Refuse & To Take Field Sobriety Tests
This is a really hard question with no right answer. Instead of throwing out what I would call a “tough-guy” blog […]
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Differences Between the Juvenile Justice System and the Adult Criminal Justice System
You often hear about people being in the juvenile criminal justice system. You may wonder “What exactly is the difference […]
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What To Expect When on Juvenile Probation?
Juvenile cases often end in some type of probation, so if your child is going through the juvenile criminal justice […]
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What Is Deferred Prosecution for Juveniles?
Texas Family Code 53.03 governs “deferred prosecution”. It is a very common outcome in juvenile cases. Deferred prosecution essentially dismisses […]
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What Should I Do Now That My Child Has Been Arrested or Detained?
Once your child is in the criminal justice system, it is only natural that you would have questions about what […]
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Does My Child’s School Need to Know About My Child’s Arrest?
One of the first concerns of a parent whose child is facing a criminal juvenile situation is: “Do I have […]
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What’s an “Emergency”? — Interference with a 911 Call
In many cases, a heated situation may result in raised voices, household items thrown, or even an assault or other […]
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Upping the Ante – Collateral Consequences of a Family Violence Conviction
As we’ve discussed previously, a conviction for domestic or family violence in Texas comes with plenty of hazards with regards […]
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Understanding the Zimmerman Verdict: The Mechanics of Self-Defense and Reasonable Doubt
I don’t pretend to know all the facts behind the death of Trayvon Martin, nor do I even know all […]
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