The internet blew up when video footage exploded in everyone’s news feeds of Sean Combs assaulting Cassie Ventura. Expectedly, responses followed. Most decried and denounced Combs’s behavior while others showed support by iterating that he should be considered “innocent until proven guilty.” And that’s just not true. While no one…
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Don’t Let Your DWI Arrest From the Montgomery County Fair & Rodeo Tie Up Your License
The Montgomery County Fair & Rodeo is a Texas Tradition spanning the spring seasons in our county since 1957. Longtime residents remember the days when Spring Break lined up with the fair so 4H kids could show their animals. Then, those kids grew up and started to enjoy all facets…
Quit Turning Misdemeanors Into Felonies
Few things instill the same level of fear as seeing the flashing red and blue lights of law enforcement in the rearview mirror. Perhaps one thing scarier than the mere sight of police lights is the certain knowledge that you’re going to Montgomery County Jail. You can already feel the…
Self-checkout & Increased Incidence of Theft
Many avoid the self-checkout lanes at stores claiming that they don’t work there. We’ve all seen the memes and heard the complaints surrounding scanning one’s items. Until they’re listed on the payroll, they’re not doing it. Some even choose much longer lines to avoid self-checkout. They may be onto something…
Arrested for DWI over Fourth of July Weekend? Read this ASAP!
The fireworks faded, heartburn from that freedom dog set in, and the feel of the cool aluminum Truly can in your hand was swapped for the cold steel of handcuffs around your wrists. This sounds like an arrest for DWI over Fourth of July Weekend. The next thing you know…
Conroe DWI Trial & the Importance of the SFSTs
In a recent DWI trial here in Conroe, Texas where the jury made the right decision and found my client not guilty, I was reminded of a previous blog. In Three Questions to Ask your DWI Lawyer I explored the concept of asking, “What is your experience with the NHTSA…
False Confessions in Criminal Cases and What They Mean
You hear it all of the time; “You have the right to remain silent“ And? “And anything you say, can and will be used against you.” I bet you murmured the second part to yourself. Didn’t you? That’s because the phrase is so commonplace that you think that you know…
Mental Health & Criminal Defense in Montgomery County
World Suicide Prevention Day raises awareness of mental health issues and some of the consequences of untreated disorders. Oftentimes, these mental health issues intersect with criminal defense. After practicing law in Montgomery County, Texas for almost 11 years I have identified certain fact patterns where mental illness reveals itself. This…
K9 Units in Montgomery County & How They Impact Your Drug Case
K9 Units in Montgomery County & How They Impact Your Drug Case Stakes rise for those in possession of drugs in The Woodlands, Texas and surrounding areas as Montgomery County Precinct Three (3) Constable’s Office adds two new K9 officers to their team. The two dogs, Rambo and Marlin, will…
“How Did My Vape Pen Land Me a Felony Charge?” And Other THC Related Questions
“How Did My Vape Pen Land Me a Felony Charge?” And Other THC Related Questions The advent and mainstream use of CBD products, changes in the legislature and Travis Scott have normalized marijuana usage and desensitized Texas high schoolers and young adults to the criminal consequences of some products. Gummies,…