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Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity in Texas: What You Need to Know
Facing an organized crime charge under Texas Penal Code 71.02? This serious offense carries enhanced penalties. Call Starr Law for a free…
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Drug Crimes
Are THC Edibles a Felony in Texas?
In Texas, THC oil, wax, vapes, and edibles are Penalty Group 2 felonies, not misdemeanor marijuana. Even a few gummies can be charged as a…
DWI
Can You Refuse a Breathalyzer in Texas?
Can you refuse a breathalyzer in Texas? Yes, but implied consent triggers an automatic license suspension. What really happens, and the…
Probation
Deferred Adjudication vs. Probation in Texas: What's the Difference?
Deferred adjudication means no guilty finding and a dismissal if you finish; regular probation follows a conviction. Both are Texas…
Field notes
Do You Have to Talk to the Police in Texas?
Do you have to talk to the police in Texas? No. What Miranda actually covers, how to invoke your right to remain silent, and what to do…
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How Long Can They Hold You in Jail in Texas?
In Texas you must see a magistrate within 48 hours of arrest, who sets bond. If the State is not ready for trial, you may have a right to…
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How Much Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost in Texas?
How much does a criminal defense lawyer cost in Texas? What drives the fee, flat fee vs. hourly, what to ask before you hire, and why the…
Assault
Is a Terroristic Threat a Crime in Texas?
Yes. A threat of violence meant to put someone in fear of imminent serious bodily injury is a crime under Texas Penal Code Section 22.07,…
Assault
Is Assault a Felony in Texas?
Simple assault in Texas is usually a Class A misdemeanor. It becomes a felony with choking, family-violence priors, certain victims, or…
Theft
Is Theft a Felony in Texas?
Theft becomes a felony in Texas at $2,500. Below that it is a misdemeanor. Some items, like a firearm, are a felony regardless of value.
Expunctions
Can I Get My Record Sealed in Texas? Order of Nondisclosure Eligibility
An order of nondisclosure seals a Texas criminal record from public view. Who qualifies, the waiting periods, and offenses that are not…
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Texas Grand Jury: What It Is and the Pre-Indictment Window
What is a Texas grand jury, and what is the pre-indictment window? How indictment works, true bill vs. no bill, and why the time before…