The realm of juvenile law combines criminal law and civil procedures. Handling a juvenile case can be unfamiliar in terms of terminology and juvenile sentencing, so if you're a Texas resident, here are some things to know about juvenile law. Who is considered a...

Oklahoma and Texas are the only two states with their own separate high courts, which are in place to resolve matters of civil or criminal nature. In Texas, the Court of Criminal Appeals is usually considered a last resort in the realm of criminal cases but has...

Texas residents may have heard that famed rocker Brian Warner, better known as Marilyn Manson, has been hit with charges of domestic violence and sexual assault. His West Hollywood home was raided by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department while he was away. The...

The sealing of criminal records is a serious issue with the Texas court system. There are several records that are actually restricted from sealing or expungement, such as convictions for driving under the influence. However, the standard that is applied to juveniles...

Many parents believe that the safest place for a teen to have a drink is at home. Some even stage parties for minors and provide alcohol on their personal properties. This is known as social hosting, and it's illegal in the state of Texas. The definition of social...

Juvenile law covers a wide variety of cases in McKinney, Texas. A juvenile law lawyer covers multiple areas of law such as criminal law, family law and criminal appeals. In Texas, children can go to juvenile court, but usually, they get an informal lecture from an...

A trend in Texas juvenile justice is the introduction of specialty courts. Specialty courts have existed for adults for years, such as drug courts. In some Texas counties, there are now several different juvenile courts for young people struggling with specific issues...

When it comes to protecting your rights in a criminal case, there are some very important terms you should know, particularly if evidence has been seized in a potentially improper way. One such example is reasonable suspicion vs. probable cause and the different...

Juvenile law encompasses all criminal matters involving minors. The standards for juvenile matters are completely different compared to adult cases, combining criminal law and civil procedure and often concluding with court-ordered probation. Take a look at what you...

Residents of McKinney and other nearby areas of Texas may want to learn about recent changes in the police lineup procedure. Many false identifications happen, resulting in jail time for the wrongly convicted. The Innocence Project mentions that more steps are now in...