Recently, several major news stories have highlighted the reality of inappropriate relationships between students and educators. These incidents are an example of an illegal relationship between an adult and a minor. These cases are unique because of the relationship between the educator and the student under their care.
In the criminal justice system, few things are as serious as charges of sexual assault or rape. In a matter of moments, just one accusation has the power to completely alter the life of the accused. The court will take all accusations of rape very seriously and thorough investigations may be ordered. When someone […]
These days, just about everyone uses a cellphone. Whether it’s for making calls, playing games or sharing photos, cellphones have become extremely common. Because these devices make it so easy to take and share photos, the practice of sexting has also become more common. People can send explicit or nude photos of themselves to anyone […]
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 […]
