Law Office of Brett A. Podolsky - Criminal Defense Attorney
An accusation of animal abuse in Texas is a serious charge. If you’ve been accused of abusing livestock or a pet animal, you need help from a criminal defense lawyer in Houston. The laws protecting animals in Texas are complex and challenging to understand. In some cases, a conviction of an animal abuse crime can […]
Time is at a premium when you’re interviewing a criminal defense attorney. There’s not a minute to lose. Before you decide on a criminal defense lawyer, to choose wisely; you need answers to questions concerning your case and legal circumstances. When possible, check prospective defense counselors’ reputations with law enforcement and other attorneys in your […]
The differences between state and federal crimes may be complicated. Because laws overlap in the criminal sphere, criminal courts sometimes argue about in what venue a crime should be prosecuted. If a crime occurs in one state, it’s typically considered a state crime if it expressly breaks a federal law. If a crime is committed […]
A felony charge is the most serious type of offense in Texas. For instance, types of felony crimes include murder, robbery, and burglary. The lowest felony category is a state jail felony. The highest felony charge is capital murder. Punishment for a felony conviction ranges from 180 days in state jail to death, depending on […]
Movie dramatizations often make protective orders seem like magical orders that immediately strip alleged abusers of their rights and freedoms. In reality, protective orders take time to instate and respondents (the accused) can take certain actions to protect their rights. After receiving a protective order notice, accused individuals need to proceed cautiously to avoid further […]