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"Probation" refers to a form of sentence the judge may impose on a person convicted of a crime. It enables an offender to return and remain in society, provided they follow specific conditions. Because the probation sentence is a temporary order, the...

The age of consent is the age at which a person can legally consent to sexual acts. It applies mainly to children because they need legal protection against predators who take advantage of their innocence to engage in illegal sexual acts. Violating the...

A Class C misdemeanor is a minor offense under Texas law. Most of these offenses do not attract a jail sentence but result in a small fine. However, the minor nature of the offense does not prevent it from entering your record. When an arrest or...

In addition to the administrative penalties, like driver's license suspension, a driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense can attract serious and life-altering legal consequences after conviction, including up to ten years of jail time. Since it is a...

Disorderly conduct occurs when a person knowingly and intentionally engages in offensive or disruptive behavior in a public place that disturbs the peace of others. It includes a wide range of actions, including using offensive gestures, vulgar...

Prostitution and escort services are controversial subjects that lead to debate and encourage myths. Is escorting lawful? How does escorting differ from prostitution? This article discusses the difference between the two in depth, the law governing...

Self-defense is an affirmative legal defense against criminal prosecution that you can use when accused of using force against somebody else in defense of yourself, another person, or another person’s property. Per Texas law, there are also cases when...

Elder financial abuse occurs when a person financially exploits a senior for abusive or fraudulent purposes. This offense occurs when a person misappropriates financial resources belonging to a senior or engages in abusive financial control over them....