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Is Texas a Stand Your Ground State?
This article explains Stand Your Ground laws and what limits might be in place when considering using these laws in a defense strategy.

Justin Sparks
May 284 min read


Is Arson a Felony in Texas? How Arson Offenses are Handled
This article takes a look at how Texas defines arson, how it's charged, and what consequences an individual could face in these cases.

Justin Sparks
May 284 min read


Is a Hit-and-Run a Felony in Fort Worth?
This article will examine different hit-and-run scenarios, how they are charged, and the penalties for a hit-and-run offense in Texas.

Justin Sparks
May 284 min read


Can You Get a DUI on a Bike?
In Texas, riding a bike under the influence is not treated the same as driving a motor vehicle, but it can still lead to legal issues.

Justin Sparks
May 284 min read


Can You Get a Passport with a Felony?
This article discusses what an individual should know before applying for a passport if they are a convicted felon in the state of Texas.

Justin Sparks
May 285 min read


Can You Get a DUI on a Horse?
This article breaks down what Texas law says about DUI, known legally here as DWI, and whether or not it applies to horseback riding.

Justin Sparks
May 286 min read


How Medical Conditions Can Lead to a False DWI Arrest
Understanding how medical conditions can look like intoxication is an important part of evaluating the circumstances around a DWI arrest.

Justin Sparks
Apr 285 min read


Open Container vs. DWI in Texas: Understanding the Difference
Understanding the difference between open container laws and what constitutes a DWI are very important if you’ve been charged with them.

Justin Sparks
Apr 286 min read


Collateral Consequences of a Texas DWI Conviction
DWI consequences affect employment, housing, financial stability, and strain personal relationships and go years after the criminal case.

Justin Sparks
Apr 285 min read


Is Not Speaking English a Defense for a DWI in Texas?
Language barriers have the capacity to influence how officers interpret a driver's behavior and how field sobriety tests work.

Justin Sparks
Apr 286 min read


How Motions to Suppress Work in Texas DWI Cases
In many Texas DWI cases, motions to suppress play an important role in determining if key evidence can be used by prosecutors in court.

Justin Sparks
Apr 286 min read


Texas DWI Deferred Adjudication Guide
Understanding how deferred adjudication works, and if you might be eligible, will be important in your journey after your DWI arrest.

Justin Sparks
Apr 286 min read


What Are No-Refusal Weekends in Texas?
During No Refusal Weekends, officers can get expedited search warrants for blood tests if a driver refuses a breathalyzer or chemical test.

Justin Sparks
Mar 305 min read


What Is Implied Consent Law in Texas?
Law enforcement suspects who are arrested for DWI should really put time into understanding implied consent laws and consult an attorney.

Justin Sparks
Mar 305 min read


Is It Better to Refuse or Fail a Breathalyzer Test in Texas?
Each option has different risks depending on the facts associated with the stop, the strength of the evidence, and any prior convictions.

Justin Sparks
Mar 307 min read


What Is a Rising Blood Alcohol Defense in a DWI Case?
Understanding how blood alcohol concentration works in a DUI, and why the driver's BAC may not be the BAC they had while driving is crucial

Justin Sparks
Mar 305 min read


How Retrograde Extrapolation Is Used in DWI Cases in Texas
In DWI cases, retrograde extrapolation is a scientific method that is used to estimate a person's BAC, at an earlier point in time.

Justin Sparks
Mar 306 min read


Understanding Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Testing in a Texas DWI Case
“Nystagmus” is a term that refers to an involuntary jerking of the eyes. When a person drinks alcohol, this movement becomes exaggerated.

Justin Sparks
Mar 305 min read


Civil Demand Letters: What to Do if You Receive One for Shoplifting in Texas
Civil demand letters are not the same as criminal theft charges, and how you respond to them can have an impact on your finances.

Justin Sparks
Feb 266 min read


Penalties for Repeat Shoplifting Offenders in Texas
Though first-time offenders may get off relatively easy, there are serious consequences for those who have multiple allegations against them.

Justin Sparks
Feb 265 min read
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