For many people who wind up having a serious conversation with a police officer, it’s the very first time. If the officer suspects that they broke the law or is even planning on arresting them, they can feel quite anxious and may make mistakes that can impact their...
Being on a top 10 most wanted list is not something most people aspire to. Whether you were caught up in an investigation by being in the wrong place at the wrong time or are mistaken for someone else, being wanted is a tough position to be in. Marshals and the...
With probable cause, the police could pull a vehicle over to see if the driver is under the influence. A field sobriety test might soon follow. The police may even ask the driver to take a Breathalyzer examination. Some drivers take the test without a second thought,...
Troopers from the Texas Department of Public safety took a man into custody on July 21 after allegedly discovering 61 pounds of liquid methamphetamine in his SUV during a routine traffic stop. According to media reports, the drugs were concealed in one-liter wine...
There’s nothing more terrifying than looking out your front door, just to see a police officer standing on the other side. You don’t know what they want until you open the door, but at the same time you have some reservations about doing so. Here are some of the many...
Any drug violation may have harsh consequences, but if authorities believe you are guilty of drug trafficking or distribution, your case has the potential to become much worse. The prosecution in your case may seek to prove that you knowingly delivered a controlled...
A married couple in Texas, with partners who are both former U.S. Army sergeants, is at the center of an alleged scheme to defraud the federal government out of millions of dollars. Federal agents say that the couple obtained personal data from soldiers and then used...
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol is illegal in every state in the United States. However, many people make the mistake of committing this crime. If you suffer a lapse in judgment and are arrested for DUI, there is no reason to panic. Instead, learn more...
When it comes to mail fraud, there’s one thing you never want to forget: It’s a federal criminal charge that can result in life-altering consequences. As the name suggests, this crime is associated with the use of the United States Postal Service (USPS) or any private...
An embezzlement investigation in Texas took an unexpected turn in March when deputies from the Clay County Sheriff's Office discovered that funds taken without permission from a high school booster club's bank account had been sent to a firefighters association. The...
