Sex offender registration is required when any offender is convicted in the state of Texas. It is important to be aware that sex offender registration is assigned even if a person is not convicted a...
What are open container laws in Ft Bend County Texas
As you undoubtedly know, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious crime in Texas with hefty fines and irrevocable consequences. But, the idiosyncrasies of the law when it comes to driving with alc...
What does No Refusal mean related to DWI in Fort Bend County?
Did you know that you have the option of refusing to take a blood or breath sobriety test? Shawn McDonald of SMB Criminal Defense Lawyers explains in this video his advice to clients when it comes t...
How much does a lawyer cost to hire a DWI Lawyer?
A record can cost you more than just your reputation, it can drain your finances. From attorney fees to court fees, legal trouble has long-term consequences. How much the DUI attorney will actually ...
What are the Penalties for DWI Charges in Texas?
Navigating the laws of DWI and the penalties of those laws can be unclear. Although cases are treated with each situation in mind, here are what the potential sentences generally look like for a first...
How long does a field sobriety test take?
For drivers who’ve been pulled over as a suspect for driving while intoxicated, the process from the traffic stop to a blood or breath sample at the police station can take from one and a half to tw...
What are the standard field sobriety tests?
If someone is driving erratically, it’s likely that an officer will pull the driver over for suspicion of driving a vehicle while intoxicated. Once pulled over, the officer will look for signs that ...
What happens if someone breaks into your car and uses your firearm?
Texas does not require a person to have a License to Carry or other documentation in order to carry a loaded handgun in a vehicle if the vehicle is owned by the person or under the person’s control....
What happens if someone gets a hold of your firearm and shoots someone?
For adults, owning and safely operating a firearm is a serious responsibility. The liability rises when someone shoots someone with your firearm and it rises exponentially when you introduce children ...
Is there a difference in using legal force during the day versus night?
Have you ever pictured what it would be like if you had to use deadly force to defend your life or property? It’s not a scene anyone would want to encounter. In Texas, many residents are zealous abo...