When a court convicts you of a serious crime such as a felony, it can make life hard on you, and not just because you lose some of your rights. When you interview for jobs, you might have to explain your criminal history. A pardon may help you make a fresh start, but...
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Month: April 2021
Can a protective order help you during a divorce?
A collaborative divorce may help you end your marriage in a healthy and amicable way, but sometimes that is not an option. When the safety of yourself or your children is on the line, there are legal tools you may leverage to get some needed space. Calling 911 is your...
What crimes are associated with money laundering?
You may have heard about money laundering on television but are not aware of the specifics regarding this activity. For instance, why does law enforcement take money laundering so seriously? A major reason is because money laundering often connects to very serious...
Child support enforcement in Texas
Whether your child's other parent refuses to pay child support they owe or you have concerns about falling behind on payments you cannot make due to losing your job, it is important to go over various topics related to unpaid child support. You should develop a solid...
Annulling a marriage in Texas
There are many movies that focus on two people hitching the knot after imbibing too many drinks. In the movie, there may be hurdles that the new couple must jump through to finalize a divorce. Fortunately, these types of marriages are eligible for annulment in real...
Factors that can affect your BAC level
Driving under the influence is a crime associated with severe penalties. These consequences can include the requirement to pay a fine, jail time, elevated insurance premiums and the loss of your driving privileges. In Texas, according to the Texas Department of...
Breaking down Texas’ self-defense laws
One might assume this it is relatively easy to avoid ever facing any sort of criminal charge in Texas. Yet at the same time, people also recognize that there are situations where they may feel compelled to act in a way counter to their traditional comportment (and...