Archive for August 2019

If you or a loved one have been charged with a crime, you may wonder what types of penalties may come along with a conviction. That’s why you should understand the difference between felony vs. misdemeanor charges in Texas. These two classifications address the seriousness of the crime and what penalties can be meted out.…

In Texas, an assault offense has occurred if: Someone has recklessly or intentionally caused an injury or physical harm                 Someone has intentionally threatened physical harm                 Someone has intentionally used provocative or offensive physical contact against another person Texas assault charges can result in substantial fines and time spent in jail, even for confrontations that…

Getting an opportunity to explain your criminal history to a prospective employer might be the best way to overcome this hurdle to employment. Many employers will ask you to write a letter explaining your circumstances, so they can put your background in the proper light with respect to potential employment. The best way to explain is…

Everybody has a past. If yours is a matter of court record, however, you may find it difficult to negotiate job interviews. There is a fine line between disclosing what you must to be honest and saying too much and hurting your chances of getting the job. A job interview is all about your past,…

1.44 million college students in Texas in fall of 2014, a figure expected to rise to 1.64 million by 2025. For most college students, higher education is a chance to extend their independence, build a solid career and start their adult life. Many students who are away from home for the first time, however, need…

Texas divides misdemeanors into three categories. Classes of cases are considered to be “A,†“B,†or “C.†Class A misdemeanors are punishable by up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine. Class B charges carry punishments of up to six months in jail and a fine of $2,000. Class C misdemeanors are punishable…

This is the next post in our series on the handling of Texas misdemeanor charges. We have previously looked at why Texas residents should recognize the serious nature of misdemeanor charges. We have also discussed texas-residents-should-hire-an-attorney-when-facing-misdemeanor-drug-charges,why one should hire an attorney when facing allegations of a drug-related crime. In this post we will look at…

Texas residents can benefit substantially from consulting with a criminal defense lawyer before their misdemeanor arraignment. An attorney can help you understand the potential penalties you are facing, other long-term consequences, and which defenses may be available. It is especially important to consider the issue of defenses – it may be possible to have the…

This is the second post in our series on the handling of misdemeanor cases in Georgetown, Texas. Our last post served as an overview of topics we will be discussing in this group of articles. This discussion will look at a serious issue we see from those who have been charged with a misdemeanor –…

This is the first post in a series on the handling of misdemeanor charges in Georgetown, Texas. We are writing this series as many Williamson County residents make the mistake of not recognizing the seriousness of such charges. The goal of our next several posts is to reinforce the gravity of the situation when one…