Edinburg Criminal Defense Blog
How accurate are field sobriety tests?
When Texas residents drive in an erratic way, what DUI tests do officers use? They will often turn to field sobriety tests before anything else. This allows them to gauge whether they should use other tests. Today we will look at field sobriety tests and their...
U.S. Supreme Court opinion contributes to overturning of case
Across the United States, the views on and adoption of capital punishment may vary greatly. Exactly half of the nation's states, 25, have a currently active death penalty law and process in effect, including Texas and all of its Southern neighbors according to...
Common defense strategies for drug possession
If someone is facing trial for drug possession, there is a lot at stake. The penalties can be high, and having the conviction on record can have long-lasting effects. To counteract the charges, a defense attorney may use a variety of defense strategies based on the...
Know the penalties for Texas DWI
Texas law mandates significant criminal and legal penalties for driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Drivers may receive jail time, fines and license suspension for a DWI conviction if they display blood alcohol content above 0.08% or above zero for...
When is self-defense justified?
Self-defense may seem like the default plea put forth when a person is facing assault charges in Edinburg. Because of this, such claims are often met with skepticism. Yet once you have been placed in a position where you (or others in your immediate vicinity) have...
BAC and breath test accuracy
Most drivers know they may face drunk driving charges in Texas if they have a blood alcohol concentration level of .08% or higher. However, many people do not understand what their BAC level is, the factors that affect it or the accuracy of the devices law enforcement...
What happens after multiple DWI’s?
If you have been charged with driving while intoxicated in Texas, the consequences you are facing could vary significantly depending on whether or not it is your first offense. Choosing to operate a vehicle after you have been drinking can wreak havoc on your life in...
Is human trafficking a big issue in Texas?
Human trafficking is a serious issue in the United States. Many people mistakenly think that it is something that happens in foreign countries. The reality is that it is happening right here in Texas every day. In fact, according to Reform Austin, Texas had the most...
How much does a Texas DWI raise your auto insurance rates?
Someone in Texas suffers a drunk driving-related injury or fatality every 20 minutes, so it makes sense that the state takes driving while intoxicated quite seriously and penalizes its drunk drivers accordingly. A Texas DWI often proves to be quite expensive, and even...
Penalties for drug crimes in Texas
Texas treats possession, distribution and trafficking of controlled substances as serious crimes, typically resulting in significant fines as well as prison time. The Texas Controlled Substances Act defines four categories of illegal drugs and outlines consequences...
