Involuntary manslaughter refers to the unintentional killing of another person, usually through reckless behavior or negligence. It’s different from other homicide offenses because it doesn’t require intent, deliberation, or premeditation. Even with the distinction, involuntary manslaughter is still a serious offense that carries severe legal penalties and consequences. If you or a loved one are …
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If you are arrested and charged with a crime, you will usually be asked to return to court at a later date for further proceedings. Most people would prefer to go home and get on with their lives while waiting for their next court date, but to be released from custody, you may need to …
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An outstanding warrant can impact your life in unexpected ways, especially if you never know of its existence. Fortunately, there are ways to find out beforehand if a warrant has been issued against you. In this blog, you’ll learn about the resources available to locate this information and how an Austin criminal defense attorney can …
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Having a criminal record can cause life-long problems, hamper your personal goals and aspirations, get in the way of employment opportunities, and even become a barrier when it comes to housing options. Even if a court case doesn’t lead to a conviction, the arrest, charges, and court proceedings remain on your record until action is …
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Unfortunately, DWI cases take a long time. We pulled data from DWI cases our firm has handled, and on average, they take 10 months to close. You can see the distribution of our case timelines below: Timeframe to Close Percent of Total Cases 0-2 months 5% 3-5 Months 12% 6-8 Months 23% 9-11 Months 22% …
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Your first probation meeting is the first time you officially meet your probation officer. It’s critical that you make a good impression. But what will happen during this first meeting? Your probation officer will use this meeting to assess your situation. You will probably have to provide a sample for drug and alcohol testing. You …
After you’ve been arrested for a crime, you will be required to appear before a judge, where you will be told—in a formal setting—of the charges brought against you. This first court appearance is also known as an arraignment, and it typically takes place around 48 hours after your arrest—though it may take place later …
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When you’re facing sentencing in a criminal case, you want to make sure that the judge considers all evidence in your favor. One way to do that is to present letters of recommendation for court. In this blog, we’ll go over what these letters are, who can write one, and how a Texas criminal defense …
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Under Texas’ Implied Consent law, anyone who accepts a driver’s license automatically consents to breath and blood samples when legally arrested on suspicion of DWI. Even still, you have the right to withdraw consent. However, refusing chemical tests in Texas comes with consequences that you should be aware of. In this article, we’ll cover chemical …
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The cost of a DWI lawyer in Texas can vary depending on the lawyer’s experience, location, reputation, and the complexity of the case. For a simple DWI case that doesn’t go to trial, you can expect to pay between $5,000 to $10,000. Some lawyers will charge extra for a trial or an ALR hearing (we …
