On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Aug 31, 2020 | Criminal Defense
A number of business owners in Texas could find themselves facing potential allegations of forced labor or human trafficking. Because of an increase in awareness campaigns, social media discussions often center on undocumented immigrants working without pay. A newly...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Aug 26, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Going through the criminal justice system can be overwhelming, and understanding the terminology involved is vital. Any crime in the United States falls under one of three different legal umbrellas: an infraction, a misdemeanor and a felony. Within these umbrella...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Aug 17, 2020 | Illegal Re-entry
When you come into the United States after you’ve been banned or deported, the last thing you want to do is to attempt an illegal reentry. In the 2019 fiscal year, there were approximately 22,077 people who were convicted for illegal reentry, which is a shocking...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Aug 11, 2020 | Drug Crimes
The Lone Star State has strict laws concerning controlled substances such as pain relief medication. Without a valid doctor’s prescription, you may find yourself facing a drug possession charge if you are traveling with certain pills or tablets. Medications for...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Aug 3, 2020 | Dwi
Sometimes, it can feel like the police have unlimited power. However, there are limits on what the police can and can’t do. For example, police must have a reasonable suspicion that you have violated the law before making a traffic stop. Situations where the police...