During a criminal trial in Texas, eyewitness testimony is one of the many forms of evidence used in the legal system. It's important to know that eyewitness testimonies aren't always reliable, especially with line-ups that are performed. Studies show that the human...
What causes a wrongful conviction?
The state of Texas might have convicted someone, but that doesn't mean that they're guilty. In fact, research has shown that thousands of people in the United States might have been wrongfully convicted. It's challenging--but not impossible--for wrongfully convicted...
Fatigued driving isn’t much better than drunk driving
In many ways, fatigued driving is just as dangerous as drunk driving. It isn't uncommon for tired drivers to have trouble judging their speed, maintaining an adequate following distance or staying in their lane while driving on a Texas highway. You may also have...
Determinative sentencing in Texas juvenile cases
Juveniles who are not tried as an adult in court will face placement in a Texas juvenile facility. In this type of facility, the child is under the custody and care of the state of Texas. The facility can range from low security to high security; which type of...
