What to Expect at an Arraignment

What to Expect at an Arraignment

The first 72 hours after an arrest are usually the worst—not just because of the long booking period, but for the cloudy area leading up to the arraignment. Oftentimes, individuals arrested and waiting to be booked in jail don’t know what their charges are (or why...
The 5 Most Common Crimes in Texas

The 5 Most Common Crimes in Texas

If you ever stopped to wonder what the most common crimes in Texas were, you’re not alone. Every state has their own crime statistics, and Texas statistics vary with population. As the second largest state in the US, Texas has wide rural deserts as well as the fourth...
What Does “Beyond a Reasonable Doubt” Really Mean?

What Does “Beyond a Reasonable Doubt” Really Mean?

Sometimes referred to as “to a moral certainty,” the phrase “beyond a reasonable doubt” is somewhat foggy. To paint a better picture, compare it to the phrase:  “You better be damned sure.” In general, it’s a term meant to portray a tougher...
Speeding in Texas? Do THIS After a Traffic Ticket

Speeding in Texas? Do THIS After a Traffic Ticket

If you drive, chances are you’ve been pulled over by law enforcement. Whether it’s for speeding, swerving, not having your headlights on, or running a red light, most drivers in the US have experienced a traffic ticket. In the state of Texas, speeding tickets are by...
What Can You Do When Questioned by Law Enforcement?

What Can You Do When Questioned by Law Enforcement?

There are several ways one might find themselves being questioned by law enforcement officers. For example, in 2018 a border patrol officer detained two women at a Montana gas station before questioning their citizenship (among other things) for simply speaking...