In criminal trials, guilty verdicts rely on the prosecution's ability to prove reasonable doubt. Compelling evidence might deliver such proof, and eyewitness testimony may sway a Texas jury. However, this type of testimony is not always credible. Persons facing...
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Understanding child pornography laws
A person suspected of child pornography can be prosecuted under Texas and federal laws. There are at least five federal laws against child pornography. Sexual exploitation of children This form of child abuse occurs when perpetrators of any age use their power to have...
What does medical fraud look like?
Health care fraud in Texas creates losses of millions of dollars each year. Though many consider it a victimless crime, it is far from being so. It increases health care costs and taxes. Some medical frauds can even endanger your life. This article examines some of...
Is there a connection between crime and malignant narcissism?
Are some people just born criminals? That's a question that psychologists and criminal justice professionals have asked for decades. In Texas, as in other states, the court system tries to strike a balance between protecting people from violence and rehabilitating...
Choosing jurors in sex offense trials
One of the hallmarks of the U.S. judicial system is the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. Texas prosecutors want to ensure that they have all of the facts and evidence needed for a solid conviction before bringing a case, especially when the crime is...
Common issues with police lineups
Police lineups are often used as evidence in Texas criminal trials to help identify suspects. However, there are several problems with this method that can lead to false identifications and wrongful convictions. Witnesses may feel compelled to choose someone from the...
What causes substance use disorder?
Texas takes the possibility of addiction, also known as substance abuse disorder, into consideration when sentencing drug offenders. Substance use disorder is a condition in which someone continues to use drugs despite negative effects. These impacts could be on their...
Wire Fraud
In Texas, wire fraud is a commonly-charged crime that entails two elements: deception and communication. Wire fraud covers most forms of modern communication, so just about every contemporary fraud scheme can be charged as wire fraud. Definition of Wire Fraud Wire...
Texas embezzlement laws
Every year, U.S. companies lose up to 50 billion dollars due to employee embezzlement. This type of employee fraud carries severe penalties. Not only can you face criminal charges, but the Texas company can sue you in civil court as well. What is embezzlement?...
Your job after a DWI
Even if it's only one DWI charge, the decision to drive while under the influence can lead to significant consequences for your Texas career. Here are a few details to keep in mind about navigating the course of finding and keeping a job with this type of charge on...