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Do Ankle Bracelets Have Microphones?

Do Ankle Bracelets Have Microphones?

Some ankle bracelets have a microphone and speaker, but others do not, and what yours can do depends on the model the supervising agency issued.…

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Criminal vs. Civil Cases: Key Differences Explained

Criminal vs. Civil Cases: Key Differences Explained

Criminal and civil cases can play out in the same kind of courtroom, but they answer different questions. A criminal case asks whether the State…

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DWI With a Child Passenger in Texas

DWI With a Child Passenger in Texas

A DWI with a child passenger in Texas is a state jail felony, the lowest of the state's felony grades, even on a first arrest…

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What Is Indecency With a Child Under Texas Law?

What Is Indecency With a Child Under Texas Law?

Indecency with a child is a felony that covers sexual contact with a child younger than 17 and certain acts of exposure in a child's…

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Do You Need a Bail Bondsman After an Arrest?

Do You Need a Bail Bondsman After an Arrest?

Whether you need a bail bondsman depends on how much bail was set, how quickly you need to be released, and whether you or your…

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What Is Child Endangerment in Texas?

What Is Child Endangerment in Texas?

Child endangerment is a criminal offense in Texas, making it illegal to place a child younger than 15 in imminent danger of death, bodily injury,…

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Invoking the Fifth Amendment

Invoking the Fifth Amendment

Invoking the Fifth Amendment, known as “pleading the fifth,” means asserting your constitutional right not to answer questions or provide testimony that could incriminate you.…

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Can You Be Falsely Accused of a Child Sex Crime?

Can You Be Falsely Accused of a Child Sex Crime?

Yes, you can be falsely accused of a child sex crime in Texas, and it happens more often than most people realize, particularly during custody…

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How Much Does a DWI Cost in Texas?

How Much Does a DWI Cost in Texas?

A DWI in Texas can cost $17,000 or more by the time everything is resolved. That figure comes directly from the Texas Department of Transportation,…

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How to Get Emancipated in Texas

How to Get Emancipated in Texas

Emancipation in Texas is a legal process that allows a minor to become legally independent from their parents before turning 18. If you are wondering…

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Dismissals With Prejudice vs. Without Prejudice: What’s the Difference?

Dismissals With Prejudice vs. Without Prejudice: What’s the Difference?

A dismissal with prejudice usually ends a criminal case for good. In contrast, a dismissal without prejudice ends the current case but may allow prosecutors…

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Blended Families: A Guide to Making Step-Families Work

Blended Families: A Guide to Making Step-Families Work

A blended family forms when one or both partners bring children from a past relationship into a new household. Texas law can affect custody, visitation,…

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