Law Office of Brett A. Podolsky - Criminal Defense Attorney
In Texas, an “expiration date,” called a statute of limitations, is in place for almost all types of crimes. A statute of limitations restricts how long an individual or entity can delay taking legal action regarding a matter. Statutes of limitations exist for both criminal and civil matters. The criminal statute of limitations sets time limits regarding […]
This post discusses H.B. 2908, an expansion of hate crime protections to benefit law enforcement professionals. Governor Gregg Abbott originally backed the expansion after five police officers were attacked and killed in Dallas in July 2016. H.B. 2908 goes into effect on September 1, 2017. Similarly, the Thin Blue Line Act, a federal bill, was […]
If you’ve ever wondered about the differences between the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency), the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation), and Interpol (International Police Agency), you’re in good company. The CIA and FBI are United States agencies. They manage many of the same kinds of threats, but threat levels vary according to each agency’s responsibilities: The […]
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 […]