Forgery is a criminal offense in Texas that involves the creation, alteration, or use of a document or other written instrument with the intent to deceive or defraud another person. The most common types of forgery charges under the Texas Penal Code include: Forgery of a financial instrument: This involves the creation, alteration, or use
Money laundering is a criminal offense under Texas law that involves the attempt to conceal or disguise the proceeds of illegal activity, typically by transferring them through a series of financial transactions that appear to be legitimate. The Texas Penal Code defines money laundering under Section 34.02, which states: “A person commits an offense if
White-collar crimes refer to non-violent offenses committed for financial gain, typically by professionals or businesspeople. In Texas, white-collar crimes include various offenses, such as: Embezzlement: The act of stealing funds or property entrusted to one’s care, often by an employee or executive of a company. Fraud: Intentionally deceiving another person or entity for financial gain,
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Evading arrest (or detention) is a serious offense in Texas. Whether you are charged with evading arrest on foot, or in a motor vehicle, the consequnces for conviction of evading arrest are serious. If convicted, you could face jail or prison time, fines, and collateral consequences relating to any property damage or injuries caused during
There is a different legal system for juveniles charged with delinquent conduct in Texas. Juveniles in Texas are not charged with commiting misdemeanors and felonies in the same way that adults are. It is essential that your son or daughter has an attorney with specific experience handling juvenile matters in the juvenile court system. Any
AGGRESSIVE DEFENSE FOR THEFT CRIMES Charges involving theft are very serious for several reasons. First, a conviction for theft can have devastating consequences on your permanent criminal record because they are considered “crimes of moral turpitude.” Theft crimes are viewed very negatively by employers, licensing boards, and government agencies performing background checks. Our firm will
Assault Under the Texas Penal Code Section 22.01 ASSAULT. (1) Intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another, including the person’s spouse; (2) Intentionally or knowingly threatens another with imminent bodily injury, including the person’s spouse; or (3) Intentionally or knowingly causes physical contact with another when the person knows or should reasonably believe
SERIOUS DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED DEFENSE It is illegal to drive a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. This includes intoxication from consuming alcohol or drugs (for being under the influence of legal prescriptions or controlled substances). if you have been charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), you do have options! Regardless of the
