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Unfortunately, there is an inaccurate belief or misunderstanding held by many alleged victims and defendants in Austin assault cases. I often times meet with defendants in assault causing bodily ...

In Texas, assault is defined under Texas Penal Code Section 22.01 and the penalty range for an assault charge can vary greatly. Depending upon the allegations and circumstances in each individual ...

No. The decision as to whether family violence assault charges will be dropped lies solely with the prosecution. The State can and will prosecute family violence or domestic assault cases with or ...

CHAPTER 55. EXPUNCTION OF CRIMINAL RECORDS Art. 55.01. RIGHT TO EXPUNCTION. (a) A person who has been placed under a custodial or noncustodial arrest for commission of either a felony or misdemeanor ...

If you are confused or unsure how to proceed, please call Attorney Kevin Bennett at (512) 476-4626. You may also contact us through email . Texas Penal Code, § 49.04. DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED. ...

Overview ALR went into effect on January 1, 1995. This program is the administrative process by which the Department suspends the driver licenses of individuals who are arrested for the offense of ...

As an Austin criminal defense lawyer, probably the most common question I receive in a possession of marijuana or other drug-related case is whether a defendant will go to jail for their arrest. This ...

I've recently received several calls from potential clients who were confused about what to do after receiving a citation for possession of marijuana in Austin. The relatively new "cite and ...

The penalties and punishments for marijuana possession in Texas will vary depending on the facts of the case. Three of the main factors which determine what penalties someone will face for a ...