Clear Answers to Serious Felony Assault Questions Assault Impeding Breath or Circulation is one of the most aggressively prosecuted assault charges in Texas. Understanding what the law allows—and what it does not—is essential when probation and incarceration are both potential outcomes. Through our FAQ Series, MC Criminal Law attorneys answer ...
Understanding One of Texas’s Most Serious Criminal Laws Some criminal charges carry consequences that permanently alter a person’s life. The felony murder rule is one of them. It applies in situations where a death occurs during the commission of certain felonies—even if causing death was never the original intent. At ...
Why the Earliest Decisions Matter Most An arrest is often just the beginning of a criminal case. Even before formal charges are filed, critical decisions are being made behind the scenes by law enforcement and prosecutors. What happens during this early window can significantly affect whether charges are filed at ...
Few criminal cases are more complex—or more misunderstood—than murder cases involving claims of self-defense or defense of property. Many people believe that if they were “protecting themselves” or “protecting what’s theirs,” they cannot be charged. In reality, Texas law is far more nuanced, and prosecutors in counties like Dallas County ...
Answers from Criminal Defense Attorneys Who Handle These Situations Every Day One of the most critical decisions a person can make in a criminal investigation happens long before a courtroom is involved—often in the first phone call from law enforcement. What you say, what you don’t say, and when you ...
What to Know When the Stakes Are at Their Highest Not all criminal cases are handled the same way—especially in Dallas County. The difference between a misdemeanor and a first-degree felony is not just a matter of severity on paper. It affects how a case is investigated, how prosecutors approach ...
