Megan’s Law is a legal provision that was established by the United States Congress in 1996. This law was put into place to create additional legal protections for children who may be targets for sexual abuse. Under the law, every state in the country is required to establish and maintain a sex offender registry.
It’s no secret that temperatures in Texas can rise to dangerous levels. Under certain conditions, the heat can become so intense that injury or death can occur. Many tragic deaths have resulted from children being left inside vehicles in the Texas heat. This problem has become so widespread that specific laws have been created to […]
Texas kidnapping offenses are frightening, and they can drastically change a person’s life. Although the elements of individual cases may play out differently, all charges are centered on the fact someone has been unlawfully taken against their will. Most instances of these crimes are characterized by the intent of the perpetrator. The intent could be […]
Child abuse cases are very complex, and moms and dads may not know what their rights are in such situations. A mom or dad may not understand how to fully cooperate with Child Protective Services while also fighting to keep their children. With knowledge about their rights, parents can work towards the best resolution for […]
Reports of inappropriate relationships between teachers and students and the subsequent criminal cases have been widely circulated in the media. These cases have frequently resulted in serious criminal punishments for teachers convicted of these inappropriate relationships. Although many people know that these actions are against the law, they may not know exactly what happens when […]
