Warrants

Out-of-State Arrest Warrants: Everything You Need to Know

July 3, 2013

An arrest is a stressful thing for anyone to go through. Unfortunately, studies show that nearly one-third of all Americans will be arrested at least once before they turn 23. This is a damning statistic, but it doesn’t really properly signify the difficulties that a person faces after an arrest. These challenges can become even […]

How Do I Post Bail?

February 7, 2013

The state of Texas recognizes that it is not always practical to keep an individual in jail while he awaits a criminal trial. As a result, many people choose to post bail instead of stay in custody. The process of posting bail is simple and can often be used to secure one’s freedom while a […]

When Can Police Conduct a Search?

January 22, 2013

The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution prohibits the government from performing unreasonable searches and seizures of people and their property. Ultimately, this means that the government must have a valid explanation in order to inspect a citizen’s belongings. If police officers have consent, they can legally conduct a search. A person may give authorities the […]

What is an Arrest Warrant?

January 3, 2013

When the police arrest an individual, a certain process must take place. The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees certain rights to citizens. Therefore, law enforcement agencies must adhere to procedural requirements when making arrests. The best way for a person to safeguard his or her rights is to have assistance from a lawyer […]