A criminal trial can take up a huge chunk of the court’s time. It’s for this reason that most criminal cases are resolved via a plea bargain. Basically, this is an arrangement where the accused person pleads guilty to a lesser offense in exchange for a lenient...
Month: September 2023
Is underage drinking and driving different?
A driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol charge can lead to penalties, imprisonment and loss of driver's license. But the consequences surrounding the case may change depending on the driver's age. In Texas, minors (drivers under 21 years) are subject to...
Examples of lies police can legally tell suspects
There are certainly situations in which police officers will find it advantageous to lie. They may be attempting to get someone to confess to a crime, for instance, and lying can be used as a form of manipulation. But what types of lies are they going to tell?...