Criminal Law Blog
What Are the Hit and Run Laws in Texas?
Posted on March 24, 2021 by Law Office of Brett A Podolsky
Hit and run, also known as leaving the scene of an accident, can catapult a civil liability to a crime. Regardless of which side of the issue you may be, all individuals have requirements to fulfill when an accident occurs with a motor vehicle. When you get into a car accident, the best thing you can do if you’re at fault is to stay at the scene...
Expunction vs. Non-Disclosure in Texas
Posted on February 12, 2020 by Law Office of Brett A Podolsky
Were you accused of a crime but never convicted? You know that you were never found guilty in court, but not everyone else sees it that way. The crime you were accused of still shows up when you attempt to apply for a job, get a professional license, or get a credit check. If you’re experiencing this type of legal limbo, then you’re likely wondering – what...
What You Need to Know About Spousal Immunity in Texas
Posted on January 22, 2020 by Law Office of Brett A Podolsky
If your spouse has been charged with a criminal offense, you might be questioning whether you will be asked to testify during their trial. It can be traumatizing to discover that a loved one has been slapped with serious charges. Often, the accused's boyfriend, girlfriend, or spouse can suffer from cognitive dissonance, which causes them to question their own memories. Because of reason and others, spouses are...
Statutes of Limitation for Federal Charges
Posted on April 3, 2019 by Law Office of Brett A Podolsky
The federal government exercises its own prosecutorial powers to bring offenders to justice. People who face criminal charges could incur penalties ranging from steep civil fines to imprisonment. However, the government has a finite time frame in which to charge and try people suspected of committing many types of federal crimes. You can participate in your own criminal defense by learning about the statute of limitations for...
Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Defense
Posted on June 20, 2018 by Law Office of Brett A Podolsky
After an arrest, an individual may have endless questions and feel like they have no one to answer them. It’s normal to have questions after being arrested for a crime in Texas. Remember, just because a person is arrested for a crime does not mean a guilty verdict will occur in the near future. Although we can’t answer every question related to a Texas criminal defense,...
