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...
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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...
Top 5 white collar crimes in Texas
As the world advances, so does crime. Nowadays, we see a rise in white collar crime. White collar crime, is defined as a non-violent crime committed by a person of high social status in the course of their occupation. Fraud This is the act of deception with the...
What is statutory rape?
In Texas and around the country, statutory rape is a crime that occurs when someone has sex with a minor. Laws vary depending on the state, but in some cases, a person can be charged even if they are a minor. Defining statutory rape charges Statutory rape occurs when...
Watch out for telemarketing fraud
Telemarketing scams are on the rise in Texas. This is a type of fraud where you get a phone call from someone claiming to need your private info for some reason. They may need your Social Security or credit card number to claim a lottery prize. They may require this...
Understanding securities fraud
Security fraud may take place anywhere, including Texas, and may involve someone making a false statement regarding the value of a stock. It might also be about the company itself and causes the making of financial decisions by those who have information of which the...
Bribery: An overview
Bribery may have a light-hearted name, such as "greasing the wheels." However, this crime is one that may have serious consequences, especially when it comes to government contracts. A bribe may take the form of many things, in addition to money. It may be a gift,...
Should you cooperate with the police during an investigation?
When the police approach you and start asking questions, it’s easy to get nervous and flustered. And you probably know that the stakes are high when interacting with investigators, especially if you think that they’re looking into you as a suspect. But all too often...