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The possession, use, cultivation, production, and distribution of marijuana are highly controlled in Texas. This is because marijuana is considered a dangerous drug, with a high potential for addiction and abuse. You need proper authorization to...

Federal crimes are those provided by the United States Congress or those involving federal agencies, national interests, or actions crossing state and international borders. These crimes are tried in the U.S. District Courts by U.S. Attorneys. Federal...

In Texas, modification of bond conditions is a process in the criminal justice system where a defendant seeks to change, ease, or eliminate certain limitations set by the court during pretrial release. Judges consider the principle of good and...

Accused of a 3G offense in Texas? What does the offense mean? 3G is not just legal jargon. It is a category of felonies that are more grave than others and with severer penalties upon conviction. A conviction for an offense under this classification...

"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...