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At McDougal Law Firm, we often meet clients who are facing assault charges and are uncertain about what those charges truly mean. In Texas, assault charges can fall into several categories, and understanding the difference between domestic assault and simple assault is essential when preparing a criminal defense.

Answers to Commonly Asked Texas Juvenile Law Questions

The Supreme Court of the United States recently ruled that drug sniffing dogs can provide the probable cause needed to allow a police officer to conduct a search.

Encouraging Judges to Support Zealous Defense Advocacy from Detention to Post-Disposition: NATIONAL JUVENILE DEFENDER CENTER

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals recently overturned a provision of Texas law that criminalized electronic communications by an adult involving sexually explicit material with a minor.

Many temptations can affect the good judgment of youths in Texas. Drug use, bad peer influences, a tough home environment and many other factors can cause teens to make mistakes.

Courts in Texas recently decided to strike down a law that addressed online chatting in certain situations

Law enforcement agencies across Texas have come to rely on “no refusal” as part of their DWI enforcement strategies on major holidays since Memorial Day weekend in 2008.

“Theft” is the act of taking personal property with the intent to deprive the rightful owner of the property.

Certain persons in Texas may escape their criminal pasts by through expunction or nondisclosure orders.