Tag: Protective Order

Penalties for Violating a Protective Order

June 23, 2022

In Texas, restraining orders and protective orders are not quite the same thing. You may be familiar with restraining orders, which are not usually associated with criminal cases. Protective orders are issued against those guilty of violence, stalking, or sexual abuse.

What is a Misdemeanor and What Does It Mean in Texas?

March 29, 2017

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 […]