McKinney, Texas Law Blog
Appealing convictions is a critical part of criminal defense
Being arrested for any reason in Texas can be a challenge. When there is a conviction, it is natural to be concerned as to what happens next. The case is not automatically over with the penalties to be assessed and served. An appeal is possible and may reverse the...
Addressing racial imbalance in prosecutor and judicial positions
Contemporary social attention being paid to racial problems across Texas and the rest of the United States has also made its way to the court system. One of the central problems being discussed is the high number of Black men convicted of crimes and punished more...
Brake Safety Week inspection spree to be held August 2020
Truck drivers in Texas and across the U.S. will be pulled over at random for a roadside brake inspection between August 23 and 29, 2020. This is part of the Brake Safety Week held annually by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance. During that week, any trucks that...
Deepfakes threaten criminal trials
The integrity of the Texas criminal justice system is under attack from the increasing prevalence of fake and doctored evidence. It has become remarkably easy for anyone with a cellphone and a laptop to create remarkably accurate deepfakes. When these find their way...
Rules to follow when getting a divorce
No matter how things turn out, a divorce will always represent one of the most negative life experiences possible. But parties to a divorce in Texas possess a number of rights that will be protected by the state's family court system if not respected by the other...
The federal charge of making false statements
Anyone who makes a false statement to the FBI or other federal authorities in Texas regarding a crime can be charged under Code 18 USC Section 1001. Making false statements is a called a process offense because it hinders justice. However, just because a person gets...
Keeping it together at work during a divorce
Many people in Texas have been hard-hit by this year's economic downturn with some losing their jobs and others unsure of whether layoffs are still to come. Concerns about work are even more compounded for individuals going through a divorce. If you are dealing with...
Unique divorce challenges for older adults
Older couples in Texas may face financial challenges in divorce that younger ones do not, primarily centered around the fact that fewer years ahead in the workforce means a potentially reduced ability to recover financially. After planning a retirement together, these...
The Juvenile Justice System in Texas
In Texas and across the US, there is a justice system that deals with juvenile offenses. When a juvenile engages in conduct that is delinquent, or commits a CINS violation, he or she can be sent to juvenile court. The juvenile court has a number of options to deal...
Prenuptial agreements are vital for those with assets
Texas is a community property state, which means that there is a presumption that property will be evenly split in a divorce. This increases the risk for someone who is bringing property into the marriage. When this includes a business or inheritance, the person may...
