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Deferred Prosecution: What it Is and How it Can Help You If You’ve Been Charged With a Crime in Travis County Deferred Prosecution in Travis County has taken a step back over recent years with a new County Attorney and...

Texas DPS Criminal History: How Do Criminal Records in Texas Work? | ATX Legal   Everyone has a general idea of how criminal records work, but the actual mechanics of criminal history laws in Texas can be confusing. Criminal records...

What is the Difference Between Being Charged vs. Convicted? – ATX Legal There is a big difference between being charged and convicted. Understanding this is essential after being arrested. To be charged with a crime means that an individual has...

How Car Accident Fault is Determined by Police, Insurance, and the Courts When a car accident occurs, police officers, car insurance companies, and the courts play significant roles in determining fault. The police report is a foundational document that records...

Understanding the Personal Injury Claim Process After you’re hurt, the last thing you want to be doing is navigating the claims process. This blog post breaks down the essentials of the personal injury claim process, helping you understand your rights...

First Time Family Violence Charge Texas | What Will Happen? Understanding the implications of a first time family violence charge in Texas is crucial. A domestic violence charge can carry severe consequences, including the possibility of jail time, and can...

First Time Drug Possession Charges in Texas: What Will Happen? Facing a first-time offense possession controlled substance can be daunting, with the legal implications varying widely based on the specific circumstances of the drug possession case. In Texas, the criminal...

I Was Hit By an Uninsured Driver. What Happens Now? When you’re in a car accident with an uninsured driver, the immediate steps include ensuring safety, calling the police, and seeking medical attention. Unfortunately, accidents involving an uninsured driver with...

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,...