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When couples are together, it is common for them to take pictures and videos, some of which may be explicit or sexual in nature. When the couple breaks up, they will not necessarily delete all of these pictures. Each person may still have some on their devices, such...
Drug conspiracy charges involve an alleged agreement between two or more individuals to engage in illicit drug-related activities. Unlike other drug offenses that require evidence of actual drug possession or distribution, conspiracy charges hinge on proving the...
Digital technology has significantly transformed the landscape of criminal investigations and legal proceedings. For example, digital evidence, which refers to information stored or transmitted in digital form that can be used in court, has become an invaluable tool...
Global positioning system technology has become an increasingly valuable tool in criminal justice. Its applications range from assisting in investigations to supervising offenders, transforming traditional methods meaningfully. In the realm of criminal investigations,...
Individuals who have been arrested and charged with federal crimes – as well as those who are under investigation but have not yet been formally charged with wrongdoing – need to be extremely careful when posting on social media. Even the most seemingly innocuous...
Marijuana laws are somewhat complicated in Texas. As a general rule, marijuana cannot be used recreationally. It is true that Delta 9 is legal in some situations (when it contains a very small amount of THC). But this is not the same as laws in other states, like...
Visual recording devices are everywhere in Texas. Homeowners and retailers use them to deter theft. Traffic light cameras can capture vehicle violations. Worse, nearly everyone carries a phone with a camera, and most love nothing more than recording the events around...
With interest rates and home prices on the rise, it has become a very difficult time to buy a house. Lenders are also very skeptical of those trying to purchase a home without enough of a down payment, high-enough income or a solid credit background. Banks may worry...
When facing federal criminal charges, the federal bail hearing is one of the first steps in the legal process. This is an opportunity for the accused to request release from custody, pending trial, in exchange for a financial guarantee or conditions to ensure their...
If you are charged and convicted of a crime, you do not have to give up. You can still potentially overturn your conviction on appeal. However, you cannot appeal a conviction simply because you are not happy with the outcome. You must have a basis for appealing your...