A recent story out of Missouri City, Texas has brought to light the reality of money laundering crimes in Texas. Most people hear the term “money laundering” and imagine a massive operation that takes place inside of a multi-million dollar business firm. Likewise, hearing the term “theft” can make people imagine low-level robberies carried out […]
When someone is convicted of a crime in Texas, they may get the opportunity to file an appeal regarding their case. This is usually done in an attempt to get a different verdict from the one that was established at a trial. Although many defendants are able to file appeals, there is not a right […]
Most people are aware that the crime of kidnapping involves taking or abducting a person. In Texas, the legal definition for kidnapping can be found in Section 20.03 of the Texas Penal Code. In this section, the law states that kidnapping is the act of knowingly or intentionally abducting another person. The same section defines […]
The popularity of smart phones and texting allows people from all over Texas to stay in touch with friends and loved phones. Many people may send hundreds of even thousands of text messages each month to friends, co-workers and spouses or significant others. Just like most other communication technologies, text messaging is also very popular […]
In Texas, laws that deal with the issue of sexual relationships between young people are sometimes referred to as “Romeo and Juliet” laws. They are known by this title because, just like in the famous Shakespeare play, young couples who are in a consensual relationship may get into big trouble. Some of the laws prohibiting […]
