Tag: Criminal Rights

Penalties for Committing Healthcare Fraud in Texas

December 27, 2019

Are you paying attention to politics? If so, then you already know that healthcare has become a central issue for both major parties in the United States. There are good reasons why healthcare is such a hot-button topic. All of us require expert medical care at some point in our lives, and none of us […]

9 Common Types of Healthcare Fraud in Texas

December 23, 2019

From universal healthcare proposals to the ongoing opioid crisis, there are a lot of controversies swirling around the healthcare industry. One aspect that is brought up consistently is healthcare fraud. This serious issue isn’t just a matter of conscience. It’s often considered criminal behavior, and it’s far from victimless. Healthcare crimes account for about three […]

Texas Upgrades Assault on Pregnant Women to Felony Charge

December 18, 2019

Assaulting another person is a serious offense in the eyes of the law. Assaulting a pregnant woman used to be treated in the same way as assaulting any other person, but things are changing in Texas. New laws are being put into place to ensure that the unborn child, who is also impacted by the […]

Your Guide to Sex Offender Restrictions in Texas

October 30, 2019

Were you convicted of a sex crime? Are you required to register as a sex offender after your prison sentence? You’re not alone. It’s estimated that over 740,000 registered sex offenders reside within the U.S. While they aren’t sentenced to a life behind bars, a sexual offender’s lifestyle is highly restricted even after they’re released […]

Diving into the Unsolicited Sexual Content Law

October 16, 2019

One of the many new laws to hit the books on September 1, 2019, was HB 2789, informally known as the “unsolicited sexual content law.” It is an amendment to Texas Penal Code Chapter 21, Sexual Offenses. The added section to the code is formally entitled “Unlawful Transmission of Sexually Explicit Visual Material.” In simpler […]