Felony Charge in Texas? Here's What Each Level Means for Your Life (State Jail Through First Degree)

Facing a felony charge in Texas? Understand the penalties, classification levels, and potential for charge reduction. Get expert legal insight from Salinas Defense.

What Is Deferred Adjudication in Texas — And Does It Count as a Conviction?

What is deferred adjudication in Texas? Does it count as a conviction? Learn the pros, cons, and major immigration risks before you accept a plea deal.

What Happens If You Refuse a Breathalyzer in Texas? Your Rights and the Consequences

Is refusing a breathalyzer in Texas always the right move? Understand implied consent, license suspension, and how to build your DWI defense. Call today.

What Citizens and Noncitizens Can Do When Immigration Officers Approach in Texas

Learn your constitutional rights during encounters with ICE, CBP, and local police in Texas, including traffic stops, home entries, and immigration queries.

Flock Cameras in Houston

Learn how Flock automated license-plate readers (ALPRs) in Houston and Harris County raise critical Fourth Amendment, Texas constitutional, and federal immigration data-sharing concerns.

Can Assault Charges Be Dropped If the Victim Doesn't Want to Press Charges in Texas?

Arrested for family violence in Texas? The victim cannot "drop" the charges. Learn why the State pursues cases and how to fight for a dismissal. Call today.

Texas Delta-8 THC Is Back in the Controlled-Substance Crosshairs: What Changed and Why It Matters

Learn how the Texas Supreme Court’s Sky Marketing decision and DSHS rules changed Delta-8 legality, criminal risks, and consumable hemp compliance in Texas.

Should You Talk to Police Without a Lawyer? Understanding Your Miranda Rights in Texas

Should you talk to the police? Don't waive your rights. Learn the truth about Miranda rights in Texas and how to protect yourself. Call Salinas Defense today.

Me Arrestaron en Houston — ¿Qué Debo Hacer Ahora? (Guía Completa en Español)

¿Arrestado en Houston? No hables con la policía sin un abogado. Conoce tus derechos, evita errores migratorios y protege tu futuro. Consulta gratis hoy: 832-202-8409.

Can a Criminal Charge Get Me Deported? Immigration Consequences of Criminal Charges in Texas

Non-citizen arrested in Houston? A guilty plea could trigger automatic deportation. Protect your status—get a crimmigration analysis from Salinas Defense today.

How Much Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Cost in Houston? (Honest Breakdown by Case Type)

Wondering what a criminal defense attorney costs in Houston? Get an honest, transparent breakdown of legal fees by case type. Call Salinas Defense at 832-202-8409.

What Happens After a DWI Arrest in Houston: Your First 15 Days (A Complete Guide)

Arrested for DWI in Houston? A ticking clock starts now. You have only 15 days to request an ALR hearing and save your license. Protect your future—call today.

Anna Mercedez Gutierrez v. State of Texas, No. 13-24-00208-CR (Tex. App. Corpus Christi, Dec. 16, 2024)

The Corpus Christi Court of Appeals held that Texas's human smuggling statute, as applied to Gutierrez, was conflict-preempted by federal immigration law in a divided opinion.

State v. Villarreal

An analysis of State v. Villarreal — a Texas case involving lost evidence, the Michael Morton Act, the Richard Miles Act, and whether a case can be dismissed for spoliation of evidence.

Diaz v. United States, 602 U.S. 144 S. Ct. 1727 (2024)

The U.S. Supreme Court held in Diaz v. United States that expert testimony about the general mental state of drug couriers does not violate Federal Rule of Evidence 704(b).

Rap Videos in Court?

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals reversed a murder conviction after finding that admitting the defendant's rap videos as evidence was an abuse of discretion.

State v. Heath, No. PD-0156-22 (Tex. Crim. App. June 12, 2024)

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals ruled in State v. Heath that prosecutors must turn over all evidence possessed by law enforcement — even if the prosecutor was unaware it existed.

Houston Police Department: Bodycam Footage

As of December 2023, HPD body cameras must remain on standby mode at all times — capturing footage even when officers fail to activate them. Here's what that means for your case.

State v. Escalante, No. 08-24-00158-CR (Tex. App. El Paso)

A breakdown of State v. Escalante — an Operation Lone Star case involving 59 consolidated border riot charges, record alteration by prosecutors, and motions for sanctions.

Can Assault Charges Be Dropped in Harris County? What You Need to Know

Assault charges in Harris County — including domestic violence — can and do get dismissed. Learn how the process actually works and why the victim cannot simply drop the charges.

What Happens After a DWI Arrest in Houston? Your First 15 Days

A DWI arrest in Houston starts a 15-day clock most people don't know about. Miss it and you lose your license automatically. Here's what happens and what to do.

Federal Target Letters in Houston: What to Do When the FBI Knocks

Received a federal target letter or visit from FBI or DEA agents in Houston? Learn exactly what to do — and what not to do — in the critical hours that follow.

Harris County's DIVERT Program: Do You Qualify? A Complete Guide

First-time drug offenders in Harris County may be able to get their charges dismissed and records cleared through the DIVERT program. Find out if you qualify and how it works.

How to Expunge Your Criminal Record in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide

An old arrest can cost you jobs and housing for years. Learn how Texas expunction works, who qualifies, and the step-by-step process to permanently clear your record.

Coreas Machado v. State, No. 05-23-00174-CR (Tex. App. Dallas July 22, 2024)

The Dallas Court of Appeals reversed a drug conviction after a police officer revealed the defendant was wearing shackles in front of the jury, violating her due process rights.

Texas Permitless Carry: What Changed in 2021 and What Can Still Get You Arrested

Texas HB 1927 eliminated the permit requirement to carry a handgun — but not the rules about who, where, and how. Learn what changed and what can still get you arrested.

Criminal Charges and Immigration: What Non-Citizens in Houston Must Know Before Accepting Any Plea

Non-citizens who accept a plea deal without understanding crimmigration can face deportation and permanent bars from the U.S. Learn what every non-citizen in Houston must know before accepting any plea.