Texas Court Blocks Revenge Porn Law

May 2, 2018

The Texas appeals court has blocked the earlier revenge porn law [the Relationship Privacy Act, SB 1135(2015)] due to Constitutional concerns. The law previously prohibited the promotion or disclosure of intimate images without obtaining consent from the individual(s) depicted.

Is Identity Theft a Federal Crime?

April 25, 2018

If you have questions about whether identity theft is a federal crime, the short answer is—yes, identity theft may be a federal crime. In this post, we discuss the differences between state and federal identity theft charges and the punishments for these crimes.

Tips for Preparing for a Prison Visit

April 11, 2018

If you’re visiting a loved one in prison, use the following tips to prepare for the best experience. Visiting your incarcerated family member presents many challenges. Knowing what steps to take, and what to expect, can lower stress. One thing is certain. If your loved one is in prison, you want visits to be as […]