You may have heard the phrase "computer crime" before. You may even vaguely know what a computer crime is, but you don't understand what exactly it entails. Criminal law is ever-changing and can get complicated. In this article, we will explore the elements of a...
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Penalties for Schedule 1 possession in Texas
Texas enacts stern penalties for controlled substances, such as cocaine, because of the damage they cause. This includes getting caught driving under the influence of a controlled substance even if it is has been prescribed. A person may face several penalties if they...
Don’t let untreated mental health affect your child
Children often find themselves caught up in the middle of divorce. Parents fight over custody and visitation, and sometimes they even try to use their children as pawns to get what they want out of property division. This is tragic and unacceptable. After all, the...
When do child support obligations end in Texas?
When a Texas couple decides to split, they often have to figure out arrangements for their children. One of the more important matters a couple needs to work out is child support. Once child support is determined for the noncustodial parent they may wonder when their...
The elements and consequences of fraud charges
Criminal allegations of all forms are serious. A Texas resident who finds themselves facing accusations of alleged criminal conduct can choose to stand up for their rights and fight their charges. Whether their alleged actions involve violence, theft, or white collar...
Understanding child conservatorship in Texas
When individuals in Texas become parents, they had certain ideas of what it would look like and entail. While life is often not what one expects or plans for, many parents do not imagine doing it alone or separately from the other parent. Unfortunately, some...
Here’s how parental substance abuse can harm your child
Divorce is certainly an emotional endeavor, and there can be a lot at stake. For many Texans, the most important issue facing them during marriage dissolution is child custody and visitation. The outcome of these issues can reshape your relationship with your child,...
When divorce happens in the military
The marital difficulties that over time can lead to divorce are often amplified for military couples. Between the stress of extended deployments of one or both spouses, and, where there are children, the responsibilities of the anchor parent to juggle single parenting...
What moves should you make after divorce to secure your finances?
Concerns about finances can be one of the most stressful parts of a divorce for Texas residents. There is no doubt that a divorce can significantly impact your financial situation, for the short-term and long-term. But, once the divorce case is over, what moves should...
What do you need to know about child custody in Texas?
When families in Texas are dealing with child custody issues, the tensions can run high. After all, whether the couple is going through a divorce or was never married to begin with, child custody is probably the one issue that seems to be the most important as family...