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Introduction to Hays County Courts Hays County courts play a central role in the administration of justice across the county, serving residents, businesses, and visitors who interact with the legal system. Whether a person is dealing with criminal matters, civil...

If you or someone you care about is facing a domestic violence situation in Austin or Travis County, you need clear answers and immediate support. Whether you are a victim seeking protection or an individual facing domestic violence charges, this...

Facing your first court date can feel overwhelming. The uncertainty about what happens next—and whether you’ll walk out or be taken into custody—keeps many people up at night. This guide breaks down exactly what to expect, when jail is actually...

The Prosecutor’s Role Matters More Than Most People Realize If you or someone you love has been arrested, you’ll quickly learn that a prosecutor can shape what happens next. In Texas, a prosecutor influences charging decisions, bond recommendations, plea negotiations,...

Domestic Violence Cases Can Change Everything Domestic violence allegations are serious. They can impact your freedom, your relationship with your family members, and your ability to work, travel, or even live where you want. In many domestic violence cases, a...

Facing an unlawful restraint charge in Texas can feel overwhelming. Whether you received a call from a detective, saw a warrant pop up online, or watched a family argument spiral into something the police are now investigating, understanding what this...

Intoxication manslaughter is one of the most serious intoxication-related offenses under Texas law, and it can change your life in an instant. When an accident leads to a person’s death and the state believes intoxication played a role, prosecutors often...

A DWI arrest in Austin, Texas can happen in seconds—a traffic stop on I-35, a checkpoint near downtown, or a fender-bender on South Congress. What comes next can affect your driver’s license, your job, your criminal record, and your future...

Interfering with emergency communications is one of the most serious ways a person can disrupt public safety in Texas. When a person blocks, interrupts, or disables a line of communication meant to request help, that interference can put lives at...

When Texas passed constitutional carry in 2021, many gun owners assumed they could carry a handgun anywhere, anytime, without restrictions. That assumption has landed more than a few Texans in handcuffs. Texas UCW—shorthand for Unlawful Carrying Weapons under Texas Penal...