Many people associate mental illness with violence, assuming that mentally ill people are more prone to engaging in violent behavior. There is a debate in Texas and throughout the country concerning potential ties between mental illness and violent crime. However, it...
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Understanding Texas embezzlement laws
Embezzlement is one of several white-collar crimes that occur in Texas. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, embezzlement can destroy a company and cause investors to lose billions of dollars. Texas embezzlement law defines this crime and points out its...
Why do police officers read suspects their rights?
Texas residents who have watched law enforcement procedural television shows or movies will probably know that police officers must inform suspects that they have the right to remain silent and ask for an attorney before they question them. These rights are protected...
Do sex offenders suffer from mental illnesses?
Law enforcement and mental health experts in Texas have long sought to understand sexual offenders. A series of recent studies have shown that part of the puzzle may lie in the pathology of these crimes. They seem to suggest that mental illness might be a factor in...
Adderall addiction and reducing long-term effects
In Texas, a drug commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can offer highly effective treatment results when used as prescribed. However, when Adderall is misused or abused, it can lead to individuals becoming addicted. Adderall...
Do you know the difference between a DUI and a DWI in Texas?
Many drivers in Texas use the terms driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while intoxicated (DWI) interchangeably. In some states, the terms refer to the same crime. However, in the state of Texas, DUI and DWI refer to different crimes. DUI In Texas, a person...
Self-referral and anti-kickback rules
Medicare and Medicaid provide government-sponsored healthcare coverage to older persons with limited financial means. Medicare and Medicaid issue millions of dollars in payments to physicians in Texas and other states, and some transactions involve fraud. Federal...
Convictions using roadside drug tests frequently overturned
If you were charged with driving under the influence or drug possession in Texas after law enforcement administered a roadside drug test, your case might have the potential to be thrown out of court. No government agency regulates these tests, many of which are found...
Common misconceptions about psychosis and violence
Thousands of Texas residents suffer from mental illness, from minor to severe. Unfortunately, media accounts often link violent crime with mental illness. In particular, severe mental conditions like psychosis are often associated with violence. But it's important to...
Could lead exposure increase violent crime?
Because of the dangers of lead exposure, Texas requires that blood tests of children under the age of 15 examine how much lead is in their bodies. Healthcare providers report these blood lead tests to the Texas Child Lead Registry. Many people are aware that lead...