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What Is the Difference Between DUI and DWI in Texas? Many states treat DUI and DWI interchangeable, but in the state of Texas, there is a key difference. Driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while intoxicated (DWI) are terms...

What Are Pending Charges? In general, a pending criminal charge means the time period after arrest, but before your case has gone to trial. Many people think that a pending criminal charge will not show on a pre-employment background checks,...

Will I Get Jail Time? Assault in Texas | Austin Criminal Defense Lawyer Assault: Attempts or threats of physical contact or harm In the state of Texas, the law does not take lightly to violent crime. These can encompass anything...

The Process to have Charges Dropped in the Criminal Justice System A common question that we get at ATX Legal is whether we can get criminal charges dismissed pre-trial and under what circumstances. This article aims to shed light on...

Can You Go to Jail for Misdemeanor Charges in Texas? If you’ve been arrested in Texas for a misdemeanor charge, you may be wondering what the odds are that you will receive jail time. First of all, jail time IS...

Simple Assault vs. Aggravated Assault vs. Battery | Austin Criminal Attorney Discusses the Difference Understanding the distinctions between simple assault, aggravated assault, and battery is crucial when facing an assault charge. Each term represents a different level of offense, potentially...

Travis County Arrest Warrant Search An arrest warrants in Travis County, Texas, can raise your anxiety levels, but it can be even worse if you don’t know whether or not you have a warrant. Whether you’re seeking information for yourself...

Austin Texas Inmate Search: Travis County | ATX Legal Travis County Inmate Search If a loved one is in custody in Travis County, they will typically be held in Travis County jail, located downtown at 500 West 10th Street, Austin,...

When is Drunk Driving Considered a Felony Offense versus a Misdemeanor? Driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Texas is a serious criminal offense that can escalate from a misdemeanor to a felony under certain circumstances. Whether a DWI is charged as...

Rear End Accident Lawyer | ATX Legal  Rear-end accidents are one of the most common types of car crashes, accounting for nearly 30% of all traffic accidents in the United States. These accidents often occur when one vehicle lurches forward...